Four 1973 Series I Olympic coins in a red vinyl 'Canada Olympic Coin Set' wallet. Coins not removed, so finish is not verified. Not graded. You receive the exact set shown.
Series I of Canada's Montreal 1976 Olympic coin program: four sterling silver coins, two $10 and two $5, showing a map of the world, the Montreal skyline, a map of North America and sailboats at Kingston. The coins are dated 1973 and sit in a red vinyl 'Canada Olympic Coin Set' wallet.
Together they hold about 4.34 troy ounces of pure silver.
Weight: $10: 48.60 g each; $5: 24.30 g each; 134.87 g pure silver in total (4.34 troy oz)
Finish: Not verified
Certificate: None
Packaging: Sleeve only (Good condition)
Condition: Red vinyl Olympic wallet; finish not verified; not graded
Mintage: Not confirmed
Designer: Arnold Machin (obverse)
Historical Significance
To help pay for the 1976 Summer Olympics in Montreal, Canada issued 28 sterling silver coins in seven series of four between 1973 and 1976. Series I, released in 1973, was the first, with a geographic theme.
Why We Love This One
Where Canada's Olympic coins began, with over four ounces of sterling silver. A strong start to a Montreal 1976 collection.
Please note: this item is sold as is, including its packaging. The photos show the exact piece you will receive.
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