1976 Canada $1 Library of Parliament Centennial Silver Dollar — Specimen, Cased

The 1976 silver dollar marking one hundred years of the Library of Parliament in Ottawa, dual-dated 1876–1976. The reverse shows the Library's domed, Gothic Revival building.

We have two, each in the Royal Canadian Mint's black display holder inside the original black leatherette case, with "Library of Parliament / Bibliothèque du Parlement 1876–1976" printed inside the lid.

Collector Specifications

• Country: Canada
• Year: 1976 (reverse dual-dated 1876–1976)
• Denomination: $1
• Composition: 50% silver / 50% copper, 23.33 g gross
• Weight: 23.33 g (11.665 g pure silver, 0.375 troy oz)
• Diameter: 36.07 mm
• Finish: Specimen
• Edge: Reeded
• Certificate: None
• Packaging: Coin case (Good condition)
• Condition: Two examples, both in the case only; choose your example, each is photographed. Not graded
• Mintage: 483,722
• Designer: Walter Ott (reverse) / Arnold Machin (obverse)

Historical Significance

The Library of Parliament opened in 1876 and is the building behind Centre Block on Parliament Hill. The Mint marked its centennial with this 50% silver collector dollar, designed by Walter Ott.

Why We Love This One

One of the most recognisable buildings in the country, on a coin that still has its special printed case lid. A lovely piece of Parliament Hill for any Canadiana collection.

Please note: this item is sold as is, including its packaging. The photos show the exact piece you will receive.