The Canadian 1936 One Dollar coin, designed by Emanuel Hahn, features a voyageur and Indigenous paddler, symbolizing Canada’s fur trade legacy. Struck in 80% silver, the Canadian 1936 One Dollar reflects national identity and economic resilience during the Great Depression, when silver coins provided both intrinsic and symbolic value.
In 1936, King Edward VIII’s abdication led to delayed coin production and the rare “dot” variety of the Canadian 1936 One Dollar. This political upheaval disrupted minting plans. The coin’s design and metal underscore Canada’s cultural roots and economic adjustments during a time of constitutional change and global economic instability.