This is a 1912 Canada 50-cent coin. This George V half dollar is a notable piece of Canadian numismatics due to its composition and historical context.
This is a Canadian 50-cent silver coin featuring the effigy of King George V. The obverse inscription "GEORGIVS V DEI GRA: REX ET IND:IMP" translates to "George V, by the grace of God, the King and Emperor of India".
The coin is made of silver. From 1912 to 1919, Canadian 50-cent coins were made of .925 silver (92.5% silver, 7.5% copper); from 1920 to 1936, the composition changed to .800 silver (80% silver, 20% copper).
