The Historic 1964 Canadian Commemorative Dollar


The 1964 Canadian Silver Dollar is one of Canada’s most recognizable commemorative coins, issued to mark the 100th anniversary of the Charlottetown and Québec Conferences of 1864—the key political meetings that helped lay the foundation for Canadian Confederation. Its distinctive reverse design, created by Dinko Vodanovic, makes it a standout piece in Canadian numismatic history.

Struck in 80% silver and 20% copper, the coin weighs 23.33 grams and contains approximately 0.6 troy ounces of pure silver, giving it strong intrinsic bullion value in addition to collector appeal. With a mintage of 7,296,832 pieces, it is not considered rare, but it remains a highly popular collectible due to its historical significance and attractive commemorative design.

In terms of value, most circulated examples trade close to their silver value, while pristine uncirculated examples and premium certified specimens can command significantly stronger prices.

For many collectors, the 1964 commemorative dollar is an affordable and meaningful piece of Canadian history—blending silver content, beautiful design, and national heritage into one classic coin.

Click here to view our 1964 commemorative dollars for sale!