Canadian equilivant to american silver dollars?

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Phenomena

Sep 1, 2007
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so im interested in doing coin magic..well i have been, but theres only so much i can do with toonies and loonies...i need a bigger coin(easier to classic palm)
just went to my bank (smaller bank in town, havent tried any larger banks) and asked if they had any american dollars or half dollars...they said no

but im wondering if canada has any coins that are of the larger size...if so what are they called?
thx
 
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rutabaga

Sep 10, 2007
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The main problem with toonies/loonies is their complete lack of milling. This along with their smaller size [not to mention those awkward eleven [yes, count 'em!] sides on the loonie] makes them a poor choice for most coin work IMHO. Also, personally, I much prefer to work with real silver coins.

Although I do have a toonie shell which is useful for those impromptu situations, I tend to work with either US halves and dollars, or lately old UK Victorian half crowns as a preference.

One thing to consider might be Canadian silver dollars. These at least might be more familiar with your audience. There are some nice coins like the voyageur dollar.

It all comes down to personal preferences and working situation. Good luck with it!
 
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Jeremy Hanrahan

Jeremy Hanrahan

Craftsman, <a href="http://www.theory11.com/gear/h
Sep 1, 2007
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Simcoe Ontario Canada
You could get Canaidan Halves from a coin dealer. Also go to the post office and look in the display case with the stamps. They have Canadian dollars in the display case, and they are edged. I think mine were $45.00 a piece.

Hope this helps.
 
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rutabaga

Sep 10, 2007
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Actually, at 36mm diameter, they're smaller than a US Morgan silver dollar [38mm].

Also, check ebay for prices... you can "buy now" for about $10....
 
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