Hello. I'm brand new here and would appreciate if someone could answer a question for me I have been unable to find the answer to. I have a large number of Canadian pennies I'm going through and have noticed mention of 1997 and 1998 Canadian pennies designated as "W". What does the W mean? Does it mean Winnipeg? Are any such pennies in circulation? Any information would be most appreciated. I can find no information on the internet although www.coinsandcanada.com lists the two coins so they must exist, although they provide no information on them. Thanks sincerely. Dave
There are 3 branch mints in Canada; Ottawa, Winnipeg and Vancouver. That's all the info I can give you. I'm sure there will be more info from others soon. Maybe this site would be of help to you http://www.mint.ca/store/template/home.jsp Welcome to CT, Dave!
In 1998 and in 2000 there were a very limited edition cent struck bearing the W mint mark. I believe they were limited to mint like sets. You can only find them in the mylar RCM packaging . I think the last one I looked at 1998 date was in the 60-70 $ price range. And yes to answer your question the "W" is for Winnipeg mint mark.