1954 Silver Dollar (Traveller)
ICCS CAMÉO PL-65 Certified
Description of the room
This Canadian silver dollar, issued in 1954, is part of the historic Voyageur dollar series. It features one of the most iconic designs in Canadian numismatics.
Unlike modern nickel dollars, this coin is struck in silver, making it a valuable and sought-after addition for its metal content and classic aesthetic. The example described here is distinguished by its Proof-Like (PL) quality grade, ICCS certification, and the special CAMÉO designation, which significantly enhances its visual appeal.
General characteristics
Obverse (reverse side)
The obverse of the coin features the crowned bust of Queen Elizabeth II . This portrait, designed by artist Mary Gillick , is the first effigy of the Queen used on Canadian currency after her accession to the throne.
It bears the inscription "ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA" (Elizabeth II, Queen by the Grace of God). For coins of this period, this obverse is also sometimes associated with the "devil's hair" variant (although this anomaly is more frequently documented on 1954 banknotes, the coin shares the same design era).
Reverse (front side)
The reverse, designed by the artist Emanuel Otto Hahn , is the famous Voyageur motif. It depicts an Indigenous voyageur and a coureur des bois in a canoe in the wilderness, with bundles of furs, symbolizing the historical fur trade and the colonization of Canada.
In the background, vertical lines representing the Northern Lights can be seen. The words "CANADA" and "DOLLAR" frame the design. This design is a cornerstone of Canadian numismatic iconography.
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