{"product_id":"1978-canada-silver-1-coin-commonwealth-games-specimen-finish","title":"1978 Canada Silver $1 Coin - \"Commonwealth Games\" - Specimen Finish","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0118\/3652\/2558\/files\/LooseChangeCoins-Invoice-310x90_5b0ffc0e-741f-4f44-abb5-0ffad032993e_480x480.png?v=1629180106\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1978 Canada Silver $1 Coin - \"Commonwealth Games\" - Specimen Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eSingle silver specimen coin, originally released by the Royal Canadian Mint to commemorate the XI Commonwealth Games held in Edmonton, Alberta. Supplied in a brand-new 2x2 Mylar coin flip for protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eCoin Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e1978 $1 Commemorative Coin\u003c\/b\u003e celebrating the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"43\" data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003eXI Commonwealth Games\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003eHistorical Significance:\u003c\/b\u003e Honours the 11th Commonwealth Games (3–12 August 1978). The design celebrates the ten sports that comprised the games that year, emphasizing the unity and athletic excellence of the Commonwealth nations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003eCondition Standard:\u003c\/b\u003e Struck to \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"30\" data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003eSpecimen finish\u003c\/b\u003e—a collector-grade quality featuring frosted relief against a brilliant background, highlighting the intricate sporting symbols.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003eReverse Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed by \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"28\" data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003eRaymond Taylor\u003c\/b\u003e, featuring the central symbol of the Edmonton Games surrounded by the official icons of the ten participating sports along the perimeter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0\"\u003eObverse Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Features the 2nd portrait (Young Head) of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"58\" data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0\"\u003eQueen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e by \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"80\" data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0\"\u003eArnold Machin\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,5,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,5,0\"\u003eKey Rarity:\u003c\/b\u003e This \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"17\" data-path-to-node=\"3,5,0\"\u003e50% Silver\u003c\/b\u003e version was issued exclusively for the collector market and was never intended for general circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,6,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,6,0\"\u003eCatalog Reference:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"19\" data-path-to-node=\"3,6,0\"\u003eKM# 121\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,7,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,7,0\"\u003eMintage Information:\u003c\/b\u003e Total mintage for the silver specimen finish was \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"70\" data-path-to-node=\"3,7,0\"\u003e640,000\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,8,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,8,0\"\u003eTechnical Specs:\u003c\/b\u003e 50% Silver, 50% Copper (\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"41\" data-path-to-node=\"3,8,0\"\u003e0.375 oz ASW\u003c\/b\u003e), \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"56\" data-path-to-node=\"3,8,0\"\u003e23.33g\u003c\/b\u003e weight, \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"71\" data-path-to-node=\"3,8,0\"\u003e36.00mm\u003c\/b\u003e diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003ePackage Contents:\u003c\/b\u003e This listing is for the single specimen coin only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/b\u003e This coin will be supplied in a protective Mylar flip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003eCondition Disclaimer:\u003c\/b\u003e This is an uncirculated specimen. As an authentic silver issue from the 1970s, the coin may exhibit natural toning or minor \"milk spots\" typical of the Royal Canadian Mint’s silver production from this era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003eImage Note:\u003c\/b\u003e Images reflect the actual condition of the coin available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eAbout this Coin:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe 1978 \"Commonwealth Games\" dollar is a favourite for sports enthusiasts and silver collectors alike. Its unique reverse design provides a detailed \"snapshot\" of the games, making it a highly educational piece for Commonwealth history. Like its mid-70s counterparts, it offers a high silver content (0.375 oz pure), ensuring it remains a staple for those looking for substantial precious metal value combined with high-quality Canadian artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Loose Change Coins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50668614779127,"sku":"KM# 121","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0118\/3652\/2558\/files\/KM_121_1.jpg?v=1775626112","url":"https:\/\/loosechangecoins.com.au\/products\/1978-canada-silver-1-coin-commonwealth-games-specimen-finish","provider":"Loose Change Coins","version":"1.0","type":"link"}