Canadian Gold $5 and $10 (1912–1914) Melt Value
Pure gold content of the Canadian Gold $5 and $10 (1912–1914): $10 0.4838 oz; $5 0.2419 oz. At $4,147/oz gold, the $10 is worth about $2,007 in melt value. Collector value is separate and depends on date, mint mark and grade.
Values above refresh with the October 19, 2026 spot price.
Canadian Gold $5 and $10 (1912–1914) specifications
| Version | Years | Fineness | Gross weight | Pure gold | Diameter | Face value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10 | 1912–1914 | .900 (90%) | 16.72 g | 15.05 g (0.4838 oz t) | 26.92 mm | 10 Dollars |
| $5 | 1912–1914 | .900 (90%) | 8.36 g | 7.524 g (0.2419 oz t) | 21.59 mm | 5 Dollars |
Canada's only circulating-standard gold $5 and $10 coins, struck at the Ottawa branch of the Royal Mint from 1912 to 1914 in .900 gold.
How the melt value is calculated
Melt value = gross weight × fineness ÷ 31.1035 × spot price. For the $10: 16.72 g × .900 = 15.05 g of pure gold. Divide by 31.1035 grams per troy ounce to get 0.4838 oz, then multiply by $4,147 spot: about $2,007.
Melt value by quantity
| Quantity | $10 | $5 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 coin | $2,007 | $1,003 |
| 5 coins | $10,033 | $5,016 |
| 10 coins | $20,065 | $10,033 |
| 20 coins | $40,131 | $20,065 |
| 50 coins | $100,326 | $50,163 |
| 100 coins | $200,653 | $100,326 |
Melt value vs collector value
Melt value is only what the gold in a Canadian Gold $5 & $10 is worth at today's spot price. A coin's market value can be much higher: scarce dates, mint marks and high grades sell to collectors for a premium, while common dates in worn condition trade closer to melt. Nu Stack does not estimate collector prices on this page. For a specific coin, check the date and mint mark, the condition (a grading service such as PCGS or NGC, or a local dealer) and recent sales.
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Specs: Nu Stack coin database (curated entries and the Numista catalog). Melt values use the gold spot price from the Nu Stack price feed and are estimates of metal content only, not offers to buy or sell.
Frequently asked questions
How much gold is in a Canadian Gold $5 & $10?
$10: 15.05 g (0.4838 troy oz) of pure gold; $5: 7.524 g (0.2419 troy oz) of pure gold.
What is a Canadian Gold $5 & $10 worth in melt value today?
At $4,147/oz gold (October 19, 2026): $10 about $2,007; $5 about $1,003. The value moves with the spot price, and this page updates automatically.
Is a Canadian Gold $5 & $10 worth more than its melt value?
It can be. Scarce dates, mint marks and coins in high grades sell above melt value to collectors, while common dates in worn condition trade closer to melt. Check the date, mint mark and condition, or ask a grading service or dealer, for a collector value.