1956 – 10 Cents Dime Canada

The 1956 Canadian 10 cents coin features an obverse design with a laureate bust of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a laurel wreath, created by Mary Gillick, and a reverse design by Emanuel Hahn depicting the stylized Bluenose schooner sailing with tall sails, symbolizing Canada’s fishing industry and maritime heritage. The coin is made of 80% silver and 20% copper, weighs 2.33 grams, has a diameter of 18.03 mm, a reeded edge, and was minted by the Royal Canadian Mint with a total circulation of 16,732,844 coins. The coin is non-magnetic and its legend reads “ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA” on the obverse and “CANADA 1956 10 CENTS” on the reverse. The design reflects pride in Canadian maritime skills and history, particularly honoring the famous racing and fishing schooner, the Bluenose.