1976 Canadian One-Dollar Value Guide: Voyageur & Library of Parliament
What is your 1976 Canadian dollar worth? Complete CAD price guide covering the Voyageur nickel dollar (Attached vs. Detached Jewel varieties), Proof-Like sets, and the silver Library of Parliament Specimen dollar. Values by grade and finish as of February 2026.
The 1976 Canadian dollar exists as two separate coins: the Voyageur nickel dollar (circulation and Proof-Like sets) and the Library of Parliament silver Specimen dollar (collector sets only). Most circulated Voyageur dollars are worth $1.00 (face value). The Library of Parliament silver issue carries a silver melt floor of approximately $34.00 CAD regardless of grade.
- Circulated Voyageur (G–VF): Face value — $1.00
- Voyageur Uncirculated (MS63):$5.00–$8.00 depending on Jewel variety
- Voyageur Gem (MS65):$50.00–$75.00 depending on Jewel variety
- Voyageur Superb Gem (MS66):$80.00–$120.00
- Proof-Like Voyageur (PL67):$15.00–$25.00 (Attached Jewel higher)
- Library of Parliament SP65 (Silver Specimen):$45.00
- Library of Parliament SP67:$55.00
Found it loose or in change? A Voyageur canoe reverse = 100% nickel, worth face value if circulated. Mirror-like fields? Almost certainly a Proof-Like (PL) coin removed from its original set — not a rare high-grade business strike. Is it silver? Only the Library of Parliament design (gothic building reverse) contains silver — use a magnet: the nickel Voyageur sticks; the silver Library of Parliament does not. All values in CAD as of February 2026. See full value chart →
The 1976 Canadian one-dollar denomination is uniquely complex: the Royal Canadian Mint executed a dual-issue strategy that year. The standard Voyageur design—featuring Emanuel Hahn's iconic canoe scene—was produced in large quantities for general circulation and included in Proof-Like (PL) collector sets, struck in 100% nickel. Simultaneously, the Mint issued the 1976 Library of Parliament Commemorative Dollar, a 50% silver Specimen coin marking the centennial of the Parliamentary Library (1876–1976), sold exclusively in prestige packaging and never placed into commerce. Both issues feature Arnold Machin's mature portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse. For the full series context, visit our Canadian Dollar Value Guide.
Note: Errors such as off-center strikes exist for 1976 but are outside the scope of this standard value guide.
The 1976 Canadian Voyageur nickel dollar: obverse with Arnold Machin's Queen Elizabeth II portrait and reverse with Emanuel Hahn's canoe scene. The tiny jewel at the back of the Queen's tiara is the key diagnostic for the Attached vs. Detached Jewel variety.
1976 Canadian Dollar Composition & Melt Value
The 1976 Canadian dollar exists in two metallurgically distinct compositions with fundamentally different intrinsic properties, authentication characteristics, and value floors.
Voyageur Dollar — 100% Nickel
By 1968, the Royal Canadian Mint had permanently abandoned silver for circulating dollar coinage in response to the global silver crisis of the late 1960s. The 1976 Voyageur dollar is pure, elemental nickel—a hard industrial metal with no meaningful precious-metal melt value. The commodity value of a 15.62-gram nickel disc is a negligible fraction of a single cent at realistic nickel spot prices. Consequently, any circulated 1976 Voyageur dollar is worth exactly its face value of $1.00 CAD. Significant numismatic premiums only emerge at MS65 (Gem Uncirculated) and above, where bag-mark-free survivors are genuinely scarce.
Magnetic authentication: Pure elemental nickel is highly ferromagnetic at room temperature. A 1976 Voyageur dollar must stick firmly to a rare-earth magnet. If it does not attract, it is counterfeit or the wrong coin. This single test is the fastest available authentication method.
The hardness of nickel—significantly higher on the Mohs scale than traditional silver-copper alloys—demanded that the Mint operate its presses at maximum tonnage to fully strike the 32.13mm planchet. This extreme pressure caused rapid die fatigue and necessitated frequent, aggressive die polishing. That mechanical intervention is the direct cause of the Attached/Detached Jewel varieties discussed in the variants section.
Library of Parliament Dollar — 50% Silver / 50% Copper
To satisfy collectors who mourned the end of silver circulating coinage, the Mint produced the Library of Parliament commemorative in a 50% silver / 50% copper alloy. At 23.3276 grams and 36.07mm, it is noticeably heavier and larger than the nickel Voyageur dollar. Its actual silver weight (ASW) of 0.375 troy ounces establishes a bullion melt floor of approximately $34.00 CAD based on early 2026 silver spot prices. The Library of Parliament silver dollar is non-magnetic—its silver-copper alloy does not respond to a magnet. Any Library of Parliament dollar that exhibits magnetic attraction is counterfeit. Because these coins were struck on softer silver-copper planchets using specialized slow-speed presses, they did not require the aggressive die polishing that produced the Jewel varieties on the nickel Voyageur strikes. The Attached/Detached Jewel diagnostic is entirely inapplicable to the Library of Parliament design.
Size comparison: the 32.13mm nickel Voyageur dollar (left) vs. the larger 36.07mm silver Library of Parliament Specimen dollar (right). The silver issue is visibly larger and substantially heavier at 23.32g vs. 15.62g. (Illustration — not a photo of your exact coins)
⚠️ Never Clean Your Coins
Cleaning destroys the microscopic flow lines that generate cartwheel luster on nickel business strikes and the mirror fields on Proof-Like coins. A cleaned coin is returned as "Cleaned — Uncirculated Details" by ICCS, PCGS, and NGC, stripping all numismatic premium regardless of underlying detail quality. For Library of Parliament silver dollars, chemical dipping strips the top metal layer, leaving the coin dull and lifeless. Never clean a coin.
1976 Canadian Dollar Value Chart by Grade & Finish
The 1976 Canadian dollar presents four distinct collecting categories. Use the jump links to navigate directly to the table you need.
Grade comparison for the 1976 Voyageur nickel dollar: heavily bag-marked circulated example (left), Choice Uncirculated MS63 (centre), and Gem Uncirculated MS65 (right). The dramatic value cliff at MS65 reflects the genuine scarcity of bag-mark-free survivors among 2.1 million business strikes. (Illustration — not a photo of your exact coin)
1976 Voyageur Dollar — Business Strike (Circulation)
With 2,101,000 Voyageur dollars struck for commerce, circulated and lower-uncirculated survivors are abundant and worth face value. The steep condition-rarity curve means Gem-grade (MS65+) examples require intensive searching. All three rows below reflect values for the obverse Jewel variety — see Varieties for how to identify which one you have.
| Variety | G–VF (Circ.) | AU50 | MS60 | MS63 | MS65 | MS66 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Strike (Normal / Unattributed) | Face Value | Face Value | $2.90 | $5.00 | $55.00 | $85.00 | Blended baseline for unattributed examples. MS67 examples reach approximately $164+ CAD. |
| Detached Jewel (Ch# 76.2) | Face Value | Face Value | $2.90 | $5.00 | $50.00 | $80.00 | Prevailing, common die state. Massive supply suppresses values below Gem grade. |
| Attached Jewel (Ch# 76.2a) | Face Value | Face Value | $4.00 | $8.00 | $75.00 | $120.00 | Scarcer early die state. Commands a consistent +50% to +100% premium at MS64 and higher. |
Sources: Coins and Canada (Feb 2026); Calgary Coin Gallery (2025); Charlton Standard Catalogue (2024–2025).
ℹ️ The Nickel Penalty
The hardness of pure nickel means 1976 dollars suffered severe contact marks when cascading into steel storage hoppers after striking. A single deep gouge on the Queen's cheek drops a coin to MS62–MS63 regardless of luster quality. A true Gem (MS65) requires virtually no visible marks — a statistical anomaly among 2.1 million business strikes. Grading services such as ICCS and PCGS enforce strict standards: even an MS65 may show localized striking weakness near the rims due to the difficulty of fully striking hard nickel planchets at 32.13mm. Manage expectations before submitting.
1976 Voyageur Dollar — Proof-Like (PL) Sets
PL dollars were struck from fresh dies on standard planchets and packaged in flat pliofilm cellophane inside red Royal Canadian Mint envelopes. The mirror fields and lightly frosted devices distinguish them from business strikes, but a PL coin removed from its original packaging is frequently misidentified as a high-grade business strike — a critical valuation distinction. Mintage: 171,737 sets. The Jewel variety split applies to PL coins exactly as it does to business strikes.
| Variety | PL65 | PL66 | PL67 | Heavy Cameo (HC) Premium Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PL Detached Jewel (Ch# 76.2) | $4.00 | $6.00 | $15.00 | HC frosting on devices often triples the base PL value at each grade level. |
| PL Attached Jewel (Ch# 76.2a) | $6.00 | $10.00 | $25.00 | Early die state (Attached Jewel) combined with early strike sequence (Heavy Cameo) creates the optimal collector combination; PL67 Heavy Cameo reaches approximately $100–$125 CAD. |
Sources: Coins and Canada (Feb 2026); Charlton Standard Catalogue (2024–2025); Geoffrey Bell Auctions (2024).
⚠️ PVC Damage Risk
Proof-Like sets from 1976 were sealed in pliofilm packaging containing polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Over decades this plasticizer breaks down, leaching green acidic residue onto the coin surfaces. If you observe green slime or a sticky surface, the coin requires professional conservation with pure acetone — do not use nail polish remover or household solvents. PVC-damaged coins revert to face or melt value regardless of their underlying detail.
1976 Voyageur Dollar — Specimen (SP) Nickel
A nickel Voyageur Specimen dollar exists exclusively within the 1976 Double Dollar Prestige Sets, which paired it with the silver Library of Parliament Specimen in premium hard presentation cases. These coins were double-struck on specially burnished blanks, producing sharper squared-off rims and more precisely realized high points than the PL coins. Mintage: 87,744 double-dollar sets.
| Finish | SP65 | SP67 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specimen Voyageur (Nickel) — Double Dollar Set Only | $5.00 | $10.00 | Always appears paired with the silver Library of Parliament SP in the prestige set. Sold individually only after set break-up. |
Sources: Coins Unlimited (2025); George Manz Coins (2025).
1976 Library of Parliament Dollar — Specimen (SP) Silver
The commemorative Library of Parliament silver dollar marks the centennial of the Parliamentary Library (1876–1976). Struck in 50% silver on a larger 36.07mm planchet, it was sold in individual black leatherette Specimen cases (483,722 issued) and as part of Double Dollar Sets (87,744 issued). Its value is anchored by a silver melt floor of approximately $34.00 CAD. Because over 480,000 examples were immediately placed into protective capsules, finding a nice SP65 or SP66 is effortless — the premium curve remains flat until the near-perfect SP68–SP69 threshold where microscopic perfection is demanded.
The 1976 Library of Parliament silver Specimen dollar (1876–1976 centennial). The reverse depicts Walter Ott's engraving of the gothic Parliamentary Library building. At 36.07mm and 23.32g, it is noticeably larger and heavier than the concurrent Voyageur nickel dollar.
| Finish | SP65 | SP67 | SP69 (Trophy) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library of Parliament Silver Specimen (1876–1976) | $45.00 | $55.00 | ~$79.95 | Base value anchored to ~$34.00 CAD silver melt floor. Little numismatic premium below SP68. SP69 near-flawless examples begin to command a meaningful premium. Watch for milky spotting or toning common in 1970s RCM packaging. |
Sources: NGC World Coin Price Guide (Feb 2026); NGC Auction Central (2026); Coins Unlimited (2025).
All values in CAD as of February 2026. For the complete series price guide, see our Canadian Dollar Value Guide.
Most Valuable 1976 Canadian Dollar Varieties
All documented Charlton-recognized varieties for the 1976 Canadian dollar apply exclusively to the Voyageur nickel dollar (both business strikes and PL coins). The Library of Parliament silver Specimen is entirely unaffected. The single Charlton split point is the condition of a microscopic detail on Arnold Machin's obverse portrait of Queen Elizabeth II.
The Jewel Varieties: Attached vs. Detached
Machin's obverse design includes a delicate circular jewel resting against the hair at the very back of the Queen's tiara. In the original master hub engraving, two extremely fine raised lines connect this jewel to the tiara's main band. When those lines survive intact on a working die, the coin is the Attached Jewel. When die polishing erases them, the coin is the Detached Jewel.
The mechanical process behind this variety is directly traceable to the challenges of striking pure nickel. The hard planchets caused rapid die fatigue—stress fractures and clash marks—forcing mint technicians to polish the dies with a high-speed wheel to extend their service life. Each pass of the polishing wheel lowered the entire die face. Because the grooves connecting the jewel to the tiara were the shallowest engraved features in that region, just a few polishing passes completely erased them. Coins struck before this intervention show the Attached Jewel; all subsequent coins from the same die show the Detached Jewel.
The definitive 1976 Jewel Test at 10x magnification: LEFT — Detached Jewel (Ch# 76.2, common) with a clear smooth gap between the tiara band and the isolated circular jewel. RIGHT — Attached Jewel (Ch# 76.2a, scarcer) with two fine raised lines visibly tethering the jewel to the tiara band. A 5x–10x jeweler's loupe is required for reliable diagnosis. (Illustration — not a photo of your exact coin)
A. Trophy-Level Varieties
| What | Why It Commands a Premium | Typical Grade Requirement | Reference High-End Value | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voyageur Attached Jewel — Business Strike | Ultimate registry set combination: scarcer early die state on a bag-mark-free nickel planchet. Each is a genuine statistical improbability. | MS67 | ~$164+ CAD | eBay/Numista cross-referenced sales, Feb 2026 |
| Voyageur Attached Jewel — PL Heavy Cameo | Early die state (Attached Jewel) paired with earliest strike sequence (Heavy Cameo frosting): the perfect intersection of die rarity and surface contrast. | PL67 Heavy Cameo | ~$100–$125 CAD | Canadian Coin News / Auction Archives, 2025 |
| Library of Parliament Silver Specimen | Exceptional preservation without the milky spotting or toning that plagues 1970s RCM packaging. The premium curve is flat until near-flawless grades. | SP69 | ~$79.95 CAD | eBay / M. Barr Coins, Feb 2026 |
| Voyageur Detached Jewel — Business Strike | Valued purely for condition preservation. The common die state means rarity is entirely grade-driven, not variety-driven. | MS67 | ~$44.00 CAD | ANACS Registry / eBay, Feb 2026 |
B. Findable Variety: The Jewel Test (5–10x Loupe Required)
| Variety | Charlton # | One-Line Diagnostic | Rarity | Typical Premium Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attached Jewel | Ch# 76.2a | Two fine raised lines connect the jewel to the tiara band — jewel is anchored. | Scarcer; represents earliest, unpolished die state. | +50% to +100% at MS64 and higher; same premium applies to PL grades. |
| Detached Jewel | Ch# 76.2 | Clear smooth gap between jewel and tiara band — jewel floats independently. | Common; the prevailing die state after maintenance polishing. | No premium; establishes the baseline catalogue value. |
For detailed variety reference, consult the Canadian $1 Major Varieties article at Saskatoon Coin Club and the Calgary Coin Gallery's Canadian Dollar reference.
A note on the Doubled Yoke: Some legacy literature mentions a Doubled Yoke variety in the context of mid-1970s Canadian dollars. The Charlton Standard Catalogue strictly attributes the prominent, collectible Doubled Yoke anomalies to the 1974 Winnipeg Centennial issue. Minor striking characteristics may appear on 1976 Voyageur waterlines or the Voyageur yoke, but these are generally treated as striking characteristics rather than catalogued, collectible master die varieties. For the 1976 Voyageur dollar, the Attached/Detached Jewel remains the exclusive Charlton-recognized split point.
1976 Canadian Dollar Identification Guide
Because 1976 produced two entirely different dollar coins with different metals, sizes, finishes, and values, correct identification begins with the reverse design — before any grade or variety assessment.
30-Second Triage Checklist
- Reverse Design Check: Does the reverse show a canoe with a loon in a wilderness landscape (Voyageur, by Emanuel Hahn) or a gothic domed building (Library of Parliament, by Walter Ott)?
- Voyageur canoe reverse: You have the 100% nickel issue. Proceed to the Jewel Test below.
- Library of Parliament building reverse: You have the 50% silver Specimen issue. The Jewel variety does not apply. Proceed directly to the Magnet Test to confirm authenticity.
- Obverse Portrait Check: Confirm Arnold Machin's mature portrait of Queen Elizabeth II — Second Portrait (Tiara Head), used on Canadian coins from 1965 through 1989. The legend reads ELIZABETH II D·GRATIA REGINA CANADA.
- Date Check: Confirm "1976" on the obverse.
- Edge Check: Both the Voyageur and Library of Parliament dollars have a reeded (milled) edge.
- Magnet Test — Critical Authentication and Composition Verification:
- Voyageur dollar (100% Nickel): MUST stick firmly to a rare-earth magnet. Pure nickel is strongly ferromagnetic. No attraction = counterfeit or wrong coin.
- Library of Parliament dollar (50% Silver / 50% Copper): Must NOT respond to a magnet. The silver-copper alloy is non-magnetic. Magnetic attraction = counterfeit.
- No Documented Mint Marks: Standard for Canadian circulation coins of this era — no mint mark letters appear on the obverse or reverse of either 1976 dollar design.
- Jewel Test — Voyageur Only (5–10x Loupe Required): Focus on the tiny circular jewel at the very back of the Queen's tiara, resting in her hair just above the nape of the neck.
- Attached Jewel (Ch# 76.2a, scarcer): Two extremely fine raised lines bridge the gap, physically connecting the jewel to the tiara's main vertical band.
- Detached Jewel (Ch# 76.2, common): The jewel floats freely with a completely smooth, unbroken gap between it and the tiara band.
- Finish Identification — Critical for Valuation:
- Business Strike (MS): Frosty "cartwheel" luster that appears to rotate around the coin when tilted under a single light source. Contact marks and bag marks are almost universally present on 1976 nickel dollars.
- Proof-Like (PL): Mirror-like, highly reflective fields with no cartwheel luster. Raised devices may show white cameo frosting. Originally packaged in flat pliofilm cellophane in a red RCM envelope. A "shiny" 1976 dollar found loose is almost certainly a PL coin removed from its set — not a rare high-grade business strike.
- Specimen (SP): Double-struck on specially burnished blanks. Exceptionally sharp, squared-off rims and fully realized high-point details that surpass PL quality. Came from black leatherette prestige cases (Library of Parliament individual sets) or blue clamshell double-dollar presentation boxes.
Finish identification for the 1976 Voyageur dollar: Business Strike (left, frosty cartwheel luster, bag marks visible), Proof-Like (centre, deeply mirror-like fields, frosted cameo devices), Specimen (right, squared-off rims, exceptional double-strike detail). (Illustration — not a photo of your exact coin)
The magnet test for 1976 Canadian dollars: the nickel Voyageur dollar (left) sticks firmly to a rare-earth magnet; the silver Library of Parliament dollar (right) shows no attraction. This single test immediately identifies which of the two 1976 dollar issues you have and confirms authenticity for each.
ℹ️ PL Set Contamination Warning
With 171,737 Proof-Like sets produced in 1976, many have been broken open over the decades. A "shiny" or "brilliant" 1976 Voyageur dollar found loose is almost certainly a PL coin — not a rare high-grade business strike. Dealers routinely discount raw "Uncirculated" examples from this era because PL origin is assumed. For accurate variety attribution and finish certification, submit to the International Coin Certification Service (ICCS), PCGS, or NGC.
1976 Canadian Dollar Value FAQs
What is a 1976 Canadian dollar worth?
It depends on which design you have and its condition. A circulated Voyageur nickel dollar (canoe reverse) is worth exactly $1.00 face value. A Gem Uncirculated (MS65) Voyageur ranges from $50.00 (Detached Jewel) to $75.00 (Attached Jewel). The silver Library of Parliament Specimen dollar carries a melt floor of approximately $34.00 CAD at early 2026 silver spot prices, with a typical SP65 trading for $45.00.
Is the 1976 Canadian dollar silver?
It depends on the design. The Voyageur dollar (canoe reverse) is 100% nickel with no silver content whatsoever. The Library of Parliament dollar (gothic building reverse) is 50% silver / 50% copper, containing 0.375 troy ounces of actual silver and carrying a bullion floor of approximately $34.00 CAD. The magnet test instantly separates the two: the Voyageur sticks to a magnet; the Library of Parliament dollar does not. The silver Library of Parliament dollar was never issued for general circulation — it was sold only in collector packaging.
What are the Attached Jewel and Detached Jewel varieties, and how do I find them?
These are the two Charlton-recognized die varieties of the 1976 Voyageur dollar, identified by the condition of a tiny circular jewel at the back of the Queen's tiara. The Attached Jewel (Ch# 76.2a, scarcer) shows two fine raised lines connecting the jewel to the tiara band — visible under a 5–10x loupe. The Detached Jewel (Ch# 76.2, common) shows a smooth, unbroken gap where aggressive die polishing erased those connecting lines. The Attached Jewel commands a premium of +50% to +100% at MS64 and above. These varieties do not apply to the Library of Parliament silver Specimen.
Why is a circulated 1976 Voyageur dollar only worth face value?
The Royal Canadian Mint struck 2,101,000 Voyageur dollars for general commerce, and the coin contains no precious metal. With over two million common examples in existence and negligible intrinsic melt value, circulated specimens command exactly their face value of $1.00. Significant numismatic premiums only emerge at MS65 and above, where bag-mark-free survivors of the industrial bagging process are genuinely and statistically rare.
How do I distinguish the Voyageur dollar from the Library of Parliament dollar?
Turn the coin over. The Voyageur dollar reverse shows Emanuel Hahn's iconic scene of a loon flying over a canoe paddled by a figure in a wilderness landscape. The Library of Parliament dollar reverse shows a detailed engraving of the gothic domed library building on Parliament Hill, with the centennial dates "1876 1976." The Library of Parliament coin is also noticeably larger (36.07mm vs. 32.13mm) and heavier (23.32g vs. 15.62g). Apply a magnet: the Voyageur nickel dollar sticks; the Library of Parliament silver dollar does not.
What is the difference between a Proof-Like (PL) and a Business Strike, and why does it matter for value?
Business Strikes were produced at high speed for circulation and exhibit a frosty, rotating cartwheel luster. Proof-Like (PL) coins were struck from fresh dies and handled more carefully for collector sets — they show deeply mirror-like fields. A PL coin removed from its original pliofilm packaging looks "brilliant" and is frequently misidentified as a rare high-grade business strike. The key visual test: cartwheel spin under a moving light = business strike; flat, unmoving mirror = PL. For accurate attribution, submit to ICCS, PCGS, or NGC.
What is a Heavy Cameo, and why does it add so much value to a PL coin?
A Heavy Cameo (HC) designation on a Proof-Like coin means the raised devices — the Queen's portrait, the Voyageur canoe — show intensely frosted white surfaces contrasting sharply against deeply mirrored fields. This frosting results from acid-etching on fresh dies and degrades rapidly after only the first few dozen strikes. Because the window of Heavy Cameo production is so brief, HC examples are far rarer than standard PL coins. For the 1976 PL Voyageur, Heavy Cameo frosting often triples the base PL value. A PL67 Attached Jewel with Heavy Cameo has reached approximately $100–$125 CAD at auction.
Should I get my 1976 Canadian dollar graded?
Grading economics depend on what you have. Submitting a circulated or AU Voyageur dollar to ICCS, PCGS, or NGC makes no financial sense — grading fees will exceed any numismatic premium. If your coin appears genuinely Gem (MS65+) and free of bag marks, or if you believe you have an Attached Jewel in MS63 or higher, professional certification provides authentication, variety attribution, and market liquidity that justify the cost. For the Library of Parliament silver dollar, the premium curve is flat below SP68 — certification only makes economic sense if the coin appears near-flawless.
Methodology & Sources
Values in this guide represent typical retail market prices as of February 2026, synthesized from dealer price lists, auction realizations, and third-party grading service data. All values are in Canadian Dollars (CAD). This guide covers standard (non-error) varieties only. Market values are estimates and may vary with silver spot prices, collector demand, and auction venue. This guide does not constitute investment advice.
- Charlton Standard Catalogue of Canadian Coins (2024–2025 editions) — charltonpress.com — Variety attribution (Attached/Detached Jewel, Ch# 76.2 / 76.2a), mintage figures, and classic-first grade valuations.
- Coins and Canada — coinsandcanada.com (Feb 2026) — Cross-referenced retail values, metallurgical specifications, and die state visual markers.
- PCGS Population Reports — pcgs.com — Survival rate analysis for high-grade MS66/MS67 Voyageur dollars and SP specimens.
- NGC World Coin Price Guide & Auction Central — NGC Price Guide | NGC Auction Central — KM# 106 cataloguing, silver melt floor, Library of Parliament SP auction realizations.
- Calgary Coin Gallery — calgarycoin.com — Variety diagnostics and dealer market reference for Canadian dollar issues.
- Saskatoon Coin Club — Canadian Dollar Varieties — saskatooncoinclub.ca — Educational reference for Attached/Detached Jewel diagnostics and major $1 variety overview.
- Numista — 1976 Voyageur Dollar listing | 1976 Library of Parliament Dollar listing — Global cataloguing cross-reference and current market sale data.
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