1945 Canada Steel Nickel

Get Canadian 5¢ coins struck in special alloys with unique designs during WWII, to save nickel for the war effort. Known as “Victory Nickels,” these coins were minted in Tombac brass during 1943 and in chrome-plated steel during 1945. The special reverse bears a flaming torch over a large “V” within the date representing both victory and the Roman numeral five. Along the 12-sided rim is a Morse code message inspirational to home front war production – “We win when we work willingly.” After these special wartime issues, the traditional beaver image returned to the reverse of Canadian nickels in 1946. Recall Canada’s contributions to the D-Day invasion of Normandy and the liberation of Europe when you add these affordable circulated coins to your collection today!