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1989 Issue
1989
Gold
0.4288 oz
.500 pure
0.4288 oz
$100 CAD
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100 dollars 1989 - Not intended for circulation

1989

A 1989 Canadian $100 struck in 58.33% gold, 41.67% silver. Reverse designed by David Craig. Reverse: A depiction of Sainte-Marie among the Hurons mission, commemorating the 350th anniversary of the founding of the Jesuit mission in Ontario. Uncirculated finish.

Metal Gold (.500 pure)
Weight 0.4288 oz (13.34 g)
Denomination $100
Diameter 27.0 mm
Edge Lettered
Finish Uncirculated
Series Victorian Era (1867-1901)
Obverse Arnold Machin
Reverse David Craig
Rarity Scarce
Est. Value $450-$600 CAD
Status Available
Live Melt Value
$1,303.77 CAD
$942.78 USD
Spot Gold
$6,081.03/oz
CAD per troy oz
Mint SRP as of last update. Visit mint.ca for current pricing.
Collector Value by Grade
PR-69
$1,890
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "1639 SAINTE-ANNE 1989 CANADA 100 DOLLARS". 27.0 mm diameter. Lettered edge. Non-magnetic. 58.33% gold, 41.67% silver.
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Collector Research Notes

A depiction of Sainte-Marie among the Hurons mission, commemorating the 350th anniversary of the founding of the Jesuit mission in Ontario.

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