Product Description
Canada 1981 Railroad Silver Dollar Proof – Now over four decades old, this 50% commemorative silver dollar honors the 100th anniversary of Canada's decision to build a railroad that traversed the vast country. Shown is a steam locomotive of the late 19th century superimposed over a map of Canada. Queen Elizabeth II appears on the coin's obverse. This delightful collectible proof coin features deep-struck frosted engravings and mirror fields.
1986 Vancouver Silver Dollar Proof Pair – This silver dollar was struck to honor the centennial of the 1886 incorporation of the city of Vancouver in British Columbia. The city's official establishment also coincided with the arrival of the first train from the newly-built Transcontinental Railroad. Shown on the reverse is a late 19th century steam locomotive chugging away from the city of Vancouver. Queen Elizabeth II obverse, 50% silver content.