1967 Canada 50-cent, Howling Wolf, Silver, Circulation

To commemorate Canada’s 100th anniversary of confederation.

Hold on to this coin if you come across one — it contains 80% silver. As silver prices continue to rise, these coins have become increasingly hard to find and are now highly sought after, especially in uncirculated condition. Collectors are willing to pay well above face value for them.

Composition: 80% silver, 20% copper

Diameter: 29.72 mm

Weight: 11.66 g

Thickness: 2.00 mm

Edge: Reeded

The coin in the pictures is a circulation issue in mint state condition.