1950 CANADA DOLLAR – THREE WATER LINES

The 1950 Canada Silver Dollar is part of the iconic Voyageur series, struck in .800 silver and featuring the classic canoe design by Emanuel Hahn. The “Three Water Lines” variety is a recognised and desirable subtype, identified by the three distinct horizontal water lines beneath the canoe on the reverse.

This variety is sought after by collectors of Canadian dollars, George VI coinage, and mid‑century Commonwealth silver.

The obverse features the bare‑head portrait of King George VI, engraved by Thomas Humphrey Paget. The legend GEORGIVS VI DEI GRATIA REX surrounds the portrait. Strikes from this period typically show crisp detail in the hair and facial features when well‑preserved.

The reverse shows the famous Voyageur and Indigenous guide paddling a canoe, with a bundle of furs and the Northern Lights in the background. Below the canoe appear three clear water lines, the diagnostic feature of this variety. The date 1950 sits below, with CANADA and DOLLAR around the rim.

Collectors value this variety for its distinctiveness and its place within the evolving die characteristics of the Voyageur series.

• Country: Canada
• Year: 1950
• Denomination: 1 Dollar
• Metal: .800 Silver
• Weight: 23.33g
• Diameter: 36mm
• Edge: Reeded
• Obverse: King George VI portrait
• Reverse: Voyageur canoe design with Three Water Lines variety
• Designer: Emanuel Hahn
• Classification: Mid‑century Canadian silver dollar
• Variety: Three Water Lines (beneath canoe)

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