1999 Canadian $1 Voyage of Juan Perez Commemorative in Original Mint Packaging
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1999 Canadian $1 Voyage of Juan Perez Commemorative in Original Mint Packaging
$66.76
1999 (1774-) Canadian $1 Voyage of Juan Perez 225th Anniv Proof Silver Dollar Coin
The 1999 Canadian Silver Dollar commemorates the 225th anniversary of the historic 1774 voyage of Spanish explorer Juan PĂ©rez along the Pacific Northwest Coast. This proof coin honors a pivotal moment in maritime history and the early charting of Canada\'s western shoreline.
Design and Theme:
This design pays tribute to exploration, cultural contact, and the spirit of discovery.
Obverse:
Depicts the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Dora de PĂ©dery-Hunt, wearing a crown and facing right.
Reverse:
Illustrates the Santiago, Pérez’s Spanish frigate, sailing off the Pacific coast as he engages in peaceful exchange with a Haida canoe. The background includes dramatic mountain scenery and maritime details.
Specifications:
Year: 1999
Metal: Sterling Silver (.925)
Silver Content: 0.75 troy oz
Weight: 25.175 grams
Diameter: 36.07 mm
Finish: Proof
Face Value: 1 Dollar (CAD)
Mintage: 123,671
Issuing Mint: Royal Canadian Mint
Country of Issue: Canada
Packaging and Presentation:
Each coin comes housed in its original black clamshell case with a protective red and black outer sleeve. A bilingual Certificate of Authenticity is included from the Royal Canadian Mint. The proof finish and official packaging make it an ideal gift or addition to any silver dollar collection.
What Makes This Coin Unique:
Commemorative significance:
Marks the 225th anniversary of Juan PĂ©rez\'s exploratory mission, the first European contact with the Haida people.
Silver content:
Contains 0.75 troy ounces of sterling silver (.925), adding intrinsic bullion value.
Proof finish:
Frosted details over a mirror-polished field create visual depth and elegance.
Historical theme:
Celebrates early maritime navigation and cultural exchange in the Pacific Northwest.
Legal tender status:
Carries a 1 dollar face value, backed by the Royal Canadian Mint.
Collector appeal:
A lower mintage commemorative with rich historical resonance for Canadian and Spanish exploration enthusiasts.
This silver dollar honors both Canada’s coastal history and a foundational moment of peaceful encounter and discovery.