Sell Silver Coins in Canada
Canadian dimes, quarters, 50-cent pieces, and dollars minted before 1968 contain real silver — and are worth significantly more than face value. Upload photos for a free estimate from Ottawa-based buyer Richard LeBlanc. Payment by Interac e-Transfer.
Quick check: Any Canadian dime, quarter, 50-cent piece, or dollar dated 1967 or earlier contains 80% silver. Pre-1920 coins contain 92.5% silver. These coins are worth $2–$24+ in silver content alone — plus collector value on top.
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Canadian Silver Coin Values
Approximate values in CAD based on ~$40/oz silver. Collector value for key dates is in addition to melt value.
Key dates: 1936 dot, 1937, 1938, 1947 ML. Common dates worth $3–$5 each.
Key dates: 1936 dot, 1947 ML, 1948. Common dates worth $7–$12 each.
Key dates: 1921, 1931, 1932, 1934. Common dates worth $15–$25 each.
Key date: 1948 ($500–$8,000+). Common dates worth $30–$60 each.
Higher silver content plus collector value for older dates. All denominations.
5¢, 10¢, 20¢, and 50¢ pieces. Avidly collected series with strong demand.
Why Sell Your Silver Coins to SellMyCoins.ca
Many buyers offer only silver melt value. Richard pays for collector value too — meaning key dates and high-grade coins get the premium they deserve.
Upload photos and receive a free written purchase estimate at no charge. No mailing required until you accept an offer.
Offers are based on 65–85% of current market value. The methodology is explained — no mystery pricing.
Payment by Interac e-Transfer, typically sent the same day or next business day after coins arrive.
Once you accept an offer, Richard emails you a prepaid Canada Post label. Shipping costs are incorporated into the quote — there is nothing extra to pay. Sell from anywhere in Canada.
Sellers from any province can use the service. The online process works the same regardless of location.
How to Identify Canadian Silver Coins
The simplest rule: check the date. Any Canadian dime, quarter, 50-cent piece, or dollar dated 1967 or earlier is silver. The 1968 issues are mixed — some are silver, some are nickel. Coins dated 1969 and later are not silver.
92.5% silver (sterling). Highest silver content. Includes Victorian-era coins.
80% silver. The most common silver coins found in Canadian collections.
Mixed year. Some 1968 dimes and quarters are silver — check with a magnet (silver is not magnetic).
Related Silver Coin Guides
Looking for information on a specific type of silver coin? These guides cover silver dollars and value ranges in more detail.
Sell Canadian Silver Dollars
Key dates, value ranges, and how to sell your Canadian silver dollar collection — from the 1935 first dollar to the 1967 Centennial.
Canadian Silver Dollar Value Guide
Year-by-year value table for all Canadian silver dollars from 1935 to 1967, including key dates like the 1948 and 1938.
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This guide explains the value of Canadian coins, including key dates, silver content, and factors that affect collector value. If you believe you may have a valuable coin, you can upload photos for a free estimate.
How Coin Values Are Determined
Four key factors influence what a coin is worth. Understanding these helps you know what to look for.
Rarity
Coins with low mintage numbers or surviving in small quantities are worth more. A coin minted in the millions is common; one minted in the thousands can be scarce.
Condition
Collectors grade coins from Poor (heavily worn) to Mint State (uncirculated). A coin in excellent condition can be worth many times more than the same coin in worn condition.
Silver or Gold Content
Many older Canadian coins contain 80% silver. Even a common silver coin has a base value tied to the current silver price, regardless of collector demand.
Collector Demand
Some coins are actively sought by collectors, which drives prices higher. Key dates, varieties, and coins from popular series attract more buyers.