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2008 Issue
2008
Silver
0.5102 oz
.999 pure
0.5102 oz
15,000 minted
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4 dollars 2008 - Triceratops

2008

A 2008 Canadian $4 struck in 99.99% silver. Reverse designed by Julius Csotonyi. Reverse: Features a detailed depiction of a Triceratops, the three-horned ceratopsid dinosaur whose fossils have been found in western Canada. Mintage: 15,000. Variety: Triceratops. Uncirculated finish.

Metal Silver (.999 pure)
Weight 0.5102 oz (15.87 g)
Mintage 15,000
Diameter 34.0 mm
Edge Reeded
Finish Uncirculated
Series Dinosaurs of Canada
Obverse Susanna Blunt
Reverse Julius Csotonyi
Rarity Limited
Est. Value $60-$90 CAD
Status Available
Live Melt Value
$52.02 CAD
$37.83 USD
Spot Silver
$102.07/oz
CAD per troy oz
Mint SRP as of last update. Visit mint.ca for current pricing.
Collector Value by Grade
PR-69
$69
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "CANADA 2008 4 DOLLARS". 34.0 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 99.99% silver.
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Collector Research Notes

Features a detailed depiction of a Triceratops, the three-horned ceratopsid dinosaur whose fossils have been found in western Canada.

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