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2004 Issue
2004
Silver
0.9259 oz
.999 pure
0.9259 oz
68,888 minted
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8 dollars 2004 - Not intended for circulation

2004

A 2004 Canadian $8 struck in 99.99% silver. Reverse designed by Harvey Chan. Reverse: Features the Chinese Lunar New Year design for the Year of the Monkey, depicted in an ornate traditional style on a large-format silver coin. Mintage: 68,888.

Metal Silver (.999 pure)
Weight 0.9259 oz (28.80 g)
Mintage 68,888
Diameter 39.0 mm
Edge Reeded
Finish Circulation
Series Elizabeth II Modern (1968-2022)
Obverse Susanna Blunt
Reverse Harvey Chan
Rarity Limited
Est. Value $50-$80 CAD
Status Available
Live Melt Value
$94.41 CAD
$68.66 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
$84
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "8 DOLLARS CANADA". 39.0 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 99.99% silver.
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Collector Research Notes

Features the Chinese Lunar New Year design for the Year of the Monkey, depicted in an ornate traditional style on a large-format silver coin.

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