1978 Canada $1 Silver Coin – Commonwealth Games Edmonton – PCGS SP-69 Certified
1978 Canada $1 silver coin, issued to commemorate the XI Commonwealth Games held in Edmonton, is certified SP-69 by PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service). Struck in .500 fine silver, this coin represents one of Canada’s most recognizable modern commemorative issues and is highly sought after in top certified grades.
The obverse features the elegant portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse showcases a bold stylized maple leaf design surrounded by pictograms representing the various Commonwealth Games sports, with the inscription “XI Games – Commonwealth – Edmonton 1978.” Graded Specimen 69, this coin displays near-flawless surfaces, sharp frosted devices, and deeply mirrored fields, offering exceptional eye appeal.
Encapsulated in an official PCGS holder with certification number 32606.69/48284622, this coin provides guaranteed authenticity, superior protection, and strong confidence for collectors of modern Canadian commemoratives.
🔍 Key Details
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Country: Canada
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Year: 1978
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Denomination: $1 (Dollar)
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Metal: Silver (.500 fine)
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Grade: PCGS SP-69 (Specimen)
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Certification: PCGS – Professional Coin Grading Service
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Theme: Commonwealth Games – Edmonton 1978
A superb high-grade certified example—ideal for PCGS registry sets, Commonwealth Games collectors, or anyone seeking a premium modern Canadian silver commemorative.