1 Dollar

Voyageur Silver Dollar

Canada · 1965

The reverse side features a voyageur and an Indigenous person paddling a birchbark canoe, with the northern lights in the background and an islet with trees. The obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II.

Country: Canada
Year: 1965
Denomination: 1 Dollar
Metal: 80% Silver, 20% Copper

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Overview

Historical significance

The Voyageur design was created by Emanuel Hahn and first appeared in 1935 to celebrate King George V's Silver Jubilee. It honor's Canada's history with the fur trade and early exploration. 1965 was the first year use of the 'Tiara' portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Arnold Machin on Canadian coinage.

Estimated value

$15.00 - $25.00 USD (heavily dependent on silver bullion spot prices and condition)

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges only to avoid fingerprints. Store in a cool, dry place in an acid-free holder or capsule. Do not clean or polish the coin, as this can severely decrease its numismatic value.