2013 Canada Proof Fine Silver Dollar – 100th Anniversary of the Canadian Arctic Expedition

The 54th issue in the Royal Canadian Mint’s flagship Silver Dollar program marks the centennial of the 1913 Canadian Arctic Expedition. Drawing on photography from the expedition itself, Canadian artist Bonnie Ross’s reverse depicts three men aboard a dogsled, the waiting dog team listening for the command to move on across the Arctic tundra, while a stylized compass fills the skyline behind them — dated 1913–2013 beneath the scene.

Struck in 99.99% pure silver with the classic proof finish — frosted relief rising from mirror fields — it arrives complete in its original Royal Canadian Mint maroon clamshell case with certificate of authenticity.

Collector Specifications

• Country: Canada
• Year: 2013
• Denomination: $1
• Composition: 99.99% Pure Silver
• Weight: 23.17 g (0.74 troy oz)
• Diameter: 36.07 mm
• Finish: Proof
• Edge: Serrated
• Certificate: Included
• Condition: Excellent — pristine proof surfaces with no visible wear or toning, sealed in original mint capsule and packaging
• Mintage: 40,000
• Designer: Bonnie Ross (reverse); Susanna Blunt (obverse)

Historical Significance

The 1913–1918 Canadian Arctic Expedition was the young country’s most ambitious scientific undertaking — it mapped vast stretches of the Arctic archipelago, discovered new islands, and laid the scientific and territorial foundation for Canada’s Arctic sovereignty. This coin, the 54th in the Mint’s flagship Silver Dollar program, honours the scientists, sailors and Inuit guides whose work redrew the map of the North.

Why We Love This One

Dogsled, compass and a hundred years of Arctic history — it's a great-looking dollar. A solid pick for anyone collecting the Mint's annual silver dollars.

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