1968 Canadian Silver Dollar Canoe Design Elizabeth II Portrait

Lot Number:79
Completed
Start Time:9/10/2025 4:00:00 AM
End Time:9/28/2025 10:39:00 PM
Bid Count:17
Winning Bidder:g****r
Starting Bid:$1.00
Bid Increment:$2.50
Current Bid:$38.50
Bidding complete

The 1968 Canadian Silver Dollar, renowned for its enduring Canoe Design and Queen Elizabeth II portrait, marks a significant period in Canadian numismatics, transitioning from the classic silver composition to pure nickel for circulation coins. With a mintage of 2,199,250 pieces, this issue is common within the series but remains coveted for retaining the iconic 1953-designed obverse by Mary Gillick, complementing the Laurentian Canoe reverse artistry by Emanuel Hahn. Collectors highly value such pieces for their historical context as they encapsulate the last phase of silver currency in Canada amid global metal shifts and domestic economic changes. Evaluators note that exceptional examples boast radiant luster and pristine surfaces with minimal signs of handling, securing their place in high-grade collections. This coin serves as an essential acquisition for series completionists and those drawn to transitional periods within numismatic history, reflecting both artistic continuity and monetary evolution.

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Michigan
United States