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1974 Issue
1974
Silver
0.7813 oz
.925 pure
0.7813 oz
3,258,248 minted
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5 dollars 1974 - Olympic Torch

1974

A 1974 Canadian $5 struck in 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper (sterling silver). Reverse designed by Georges Huel. Reverse: Depicts the Olympic torch symbolizing the flame of the Montreal 1976 Summer Olympic Games, one of the first issues in the RCM's commemorative Olympic silver coin series. Mintage: 3,258,248. Variety: Olympic Torch. Uncirculated finish.

Metal Silver (.925 pure)
Weight 0.7813 oz (24.30 g)
Mintage 3,258,248
Diameter 38.0 mm
Edge Reeded
Finish Uncirculated
Series Montreal 1976 Olympics
Obverse Arnold Machin
Reverse Georges Huel
Rarity Limited
Est. Value $20-$35 CAD
Status Available
Live Melt Value
$73.77 CAD
$53.65 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
PL-65PL-66PL-67
$63$63$67
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "OLYMPIADE XXI OLYMPIAD MONTRÉAL 1976 5 DOLLARS". 38.0 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper (sterling silver).
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Collector Research Notes

Depicts the Olympic torch symbolizing the flame of the Montreal 1976 Summer Olympic Games, one of the first issues in the RCM's commemorative Olympic silver coin series.

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