1986 Canada Proof Silver $1 Vancouver Centennial First Transcontinental Trail
STUNNING PROOF SILVER DOLLAR FROM THE ROYAL CANADIAN MINT! Gorgeous deep-mirror proof surfaces, frosted devices, and that classic Canadian Pacific steam engine roaring into the future.
Comes complete with original RCM box, certificate, and protective capsule. Ready to display or grade! History: In 1886 the Canadian Pacific Railway completed its monumental push west. On May 23, 1886, Engine No.371 pulled the very first transcontinental passenger train into the brand-new city of Vancouver. That single event transformed a remote outpost into Canada's great Pacific gateway and helped forge a nation from coast to coast.
One hundred years later the Royal Canadian Mint honored both milestones on one unforgettable coin. This is the scarcer and far more desirable Proof version with frosted cameo devices and brilliant fields. Why They Were Made: Struck to mark the dual centennials of the arrival of Canada's first transcontinental train and the incorporation of the City of Vancouver in 1886.
The railway linked the young nation and turned Vancouver into the economic powerhouse of Western Canada. Perfect historical piece for railroad collectors, Canadian specialists, and silver dollar fans alike. Who Made Them: Designed by Canadian artist Elliot John Morrison. Engraved by Walter Ott and Victor Côté. Obverse portrait by Arnold Machin.
Struck by the Royal Canadian Mint in Ottawa. How They Were Made: Struck to exacting Proof standards - multiple strikes on specially prepared dies and polished planchets produce the deep mirrored fields and frosted relief that make these coins so eye-catching.Encapsulated at the Mint and issued in the classic maroon velvet RCM presentation case with outer sleeve and bilingual Certificate of Authenticity. 500 fine silver (50% silver / 50% copper). Actual Silver Weight: 0.375 troy oz.
Beautiful original condition with strong eye appeal. Coin sits safely in its original RCM capsule, case, and box with the original certificate describing the history and specs. Check out my shop - I have it all! More Canadian silver dollars, proofs, sets, and classic commemoratives waiting for you.Don't miss this sharp, original-packaged example of one of the most popular Canadian silver dollars of the 1980s!