Because nickel is so important for producing war materials, tombac (a type of brass) was used as a replacement. The coin was given its 12-sided shape so as not to be confused with the penny.
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1942 |
| Value | 5 Cents 0.05 CAD = USD 0.039 |
| Currency | Canadian dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Tombac (Cu 88%, Zn 12%) |
| Weight | 4.54 g |
| Diameter | 21.234 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Dodecagonal (12-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Number | N# 412 |
| References | KM# 39, Schön# 33 |
- United States| Shipping / Handling Cost | Cost For Each Additional Item | Service |
|---|---|---|
| $7.60 | $0.25 | USPS Ground Advantage (2 to 5 business days) |

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