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Canadian coins obverses comparison
The multiple obverses on Canadian coins might be hard to identify or remember especially for new collectors. This comparison tool will assist you through the major recognized obverses through key design elements.
5 cents - Victoria
Select two obverses below and click compare to search the main differences.
Obverses for other denominations and monarchs will be added soon.
Obverse 1 vs Obverse 2
Hair to the braid - Obverse 1
Thick curved strand
Hair to the braid - Obverse 2
Thick curved strand
Top hair - Obverse 1
Strands curve right
Top hair - Obverse 2
Strands curve right
Lips - Obverse 1
Long upper lip with pronounced curl
Lips - Obverse 2
Long thin upper lip with outward curve
Chin - Obverse 1
Round
Chin - Obverse 2
Round
Existing Victoria 5 cents obverses for each year
- Obverse # 1: 1858 and 1870
- Obverse # 2: 1870, 1871, 1872, 1874, 1875, 1880, 1891, 1892, 1893, 1894, 1896, 1897, 1898, 1899, 1900 and 1901
- Obverse # 3: 1880 and 1881
- Obverse # 4: 1882 and 1883
- Obverse # 5: 1883, 1884, 1885, 1886, 1887, 1888, 1889, 1890, 1891 and 1892
