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1975 Calgary Centennial & 1980 Polar Bear Canadian Silver Proof Dollars

Overview
A Distinguished Pair Of Canadian Silver Proof Dollars Spanning Five Years Of Royal Canadian Mint Production. The 1975 Calgary Centennial Dollar Commemorates The 100Th Anniversary Of Calgary'S Founding, Whilst The 1980 Polar Bear Dollar Features An Iconic Wildlife Design By Renowned Engraver Roy Nicholls. Both Coins Are Struck In Sterling Silver And Presented In Their Original Velvet-Lined Display Cases With Black Leather Exterior Packaging, Each Bearing The Canadian Coat Of Arms Emblem On The Lid.

Specifications
1975 Calgary Centennial Dollar:
Obverse: Queen Elizabeth Ii Profile
Reverse: Commemorative Design Celebrating Calgary'S Centennial Milestone
Metal: Sterling Silver (92.5%)
Grade: Proof
Presentation: Brown Velvet-Lined Case With Red Silk Ribbon, Black Leather Exterior With Maple Leaf Emblem

1980 Polar Bear Dollar:
Obverse: Queen Elizabeth Ii Profile
Reverse: Polar Bear Design By Roy Nicholls, Inscribed "Calgary 1975" (Commemorative Reverse)
Metal: Sterling Silver (92.5%)
Grade: Proof
Presentation: Red Velvet-Lined Case With Black Silk Insert, Black Leather Exterior Marked "Canada"

Condition Notes
Both Coins Display Exceptional Proof Surfaces With Full Mirror Fields And Frosted Design Elements Characteristic Of Royal Canadian Mint Proof Production. The 1975 Calgary Dollar Exhibits Pristine Obverse And Reverse Surfaces With No Visible Imperfections. The 1980 Polar Bear Dollar Shows Equally Exceptional Proof Quality With Sharp Detail On The Wildlife Imagery. Both Coins Remain In Their Original Protective Cases, Which Show Age-Appropriate Wear Consistent With Careful Storage. The Velvet Linings Remain Intact And Secure. No Evidence Of Cleaning Or Post-Mint Processing On Either Specimen.

These Canadian Proof Dollars Represent Significant Numismatic Interest As Commemorative Issues From The Royal Canadian Mint'S Proof Programme During The Mid-To-Late 1970S And Early 1980S. The Sterling Silver Content Provides Intrinsic Bullion Value, Whilst The Proof Finish And Commemorative Designs Appeal To Both Collectors And Investors. The Original Presentation Cases Enhance The Collectability And Provenance Of The Set.FAL
991770+14

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Lloyds Auctioneers and Valuers
Auction Date:
26-Aug-2026 19:00
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QLD, NSW, SA, VIC, WA, ACT, TAS, NT QLD 4211
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