1986 Canada Silver Dollar – Vancouver Centennial – KM#149
Commemorate a milestone in Canadian history with this 1986 Canadian Silver Dollar, issued to celebrate the centennial of Vancouver’s incorporation in 1886. This commemorative coin honors Vancouver’s development into a major Pacific port and its connection to Canada’s transcontinental railway.
The obverse features Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse depicts a steam locomotive representing the railway’s important role in Vancouver’s growth, with the dates 1886–1986 and the denomination prominently displayed.
Specifications:
Country: Canada
Year: 1986
Denomination: 1 Dollar
Commemorative Theme: Vancouver Centennial
Composition: 50% silver, 50% copper
Weight: 23.33 grams
Diameter: Approximately 36 mm
Actual Silver Weight: 0.375 troy oz
Catalog Number: KM#149
Mint: Royal Canadian Mint, Ottawa
With its historic railway imagery and silver content, this commemorative dollar is a welcome addition to Canadian coin collections, world silver collections, and transportation-themed numismatic displays.