1987 $1 CANADIAN NEW DOLLAR COIN: Special Proof Edition

1987 $1 Canadian Coin Special Proof Edition. Coin is encapsulated in a plastic case, and presented in a Dark Blue RCM Clamshell case, along with COA, and the outer white cardboard RCM protective sleeve. All in Brand New Royal Canadian Mint Condition.

This special coin is commemorating the first year of issue for the new Canadian Loonie. The design is the work of Robert-Ralph Carmichael of Ontario, and depicts a common loon. Coin is pure nickel electroplated with bronze golden coloured.

DID YOU KNOW? The 1-dollar circulation coin was introduced in 1987 as a cost-saving measure to replace the one-dollar bill. The coin was instantly dubbed the 'loonie' after the solitary loon that graces the coin's reverse side.

GC&C Stock #137