1984 Canada Select Gem Uncirculated Proof-Like Set – Presented in an official Royal Canadian Mint hard presentation case

The 1984 Canada Select Gem Uncirculated Proof-Like (PL) Set is an official collector issue from the Royal Canadian Mint (RCM), featuring six standard Canadian circulating denominations struck with a brilliant proof-like finish. Each coin displays mirror-like fields and sharply defined design elements, offering noticeably higher visual quality than regular business strikes.

This set provides collectors with pristine examples of Canada’s 1984 circulating coinage, carefully selected for superior strike, luster, and eye appeal. The issue reflects the Royal Canadian Mint’s continued refinement of proof-like collector sets during the mid-1980s.

The coins are sealed in their original plastic and presented in an official Royal Canadian Mint hard presentation case, accompanied by the original bilingual specifications insert / Certificate of Authenticity (COA), enhancing both protection and display appeal.

Design Highlights

Obverse (Front): Queen Elizabeth II

All six coins feature the right-facing effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Arnold Machin, and surrounded by the Latin inscription ELIZABETH II · D · G · REGINA. The proof-like striking produces strong contrast between reflective fields and frosted portrait details.

Reverse (Back): Classic Canadian Coinage Designs

1 Cent (Penny): Maple leaf twig

5 Cents (Nickel): Beaver standing on a log

10 Cents (Dime): The Bluenose schooner, emblematic of Canada’s maritime heritage

25 Cents (Quarter): Caribou in profile, designed by Emanuel Hahn

50 Cents (Half Dollar): The Royal Coat of Arms of Canada with the motto A Mari Usque Ad Mare

$1 Dollar (Voyageur): Traditional Voyageur canoe scene representing Canada’s fur trade history

These enduring designs reflect Canada’s wildlife, heritage, and national identity.

Key Features

Select Gem Quality: Carefully selected for superior strike, luster, and eye appeal

Proof-Like Finish: Brilliant mirrored fields with crisp, frosted devices

Classic Voyageur Dollar: One of Canada’s most recognizable circulating dollar designs

Timeless Canadian Coinage: Standard circulation designs elevated by proof-like striking

Premium Presentation: Housed in an official Royal Canadian Mint hard presentation case

Collector Friendly: A strong mid-1980s proof-like issue with lasting appeal

Specifications

Country: Canada
Mint: Royal Canadian Mint (RCM)
Year: 1984
Denominations: 1¢, 5¢, 10¢, 25¢, 50¢, $1
Finish: Proof-Like (PL)
Collector Classification: Proof-Like / Select Gem Appeal

Composition Details (per official RCM specifications)

$1 Dollar (Voyageur): Nickel – 15.62 g

50 Cents: Nickel – 8.10 g

25 Cents: Nickel – 5.07 g

10 Cents: Nickel – 2.07 g

5 Cents: Cupro-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel) – 4.6 g

1 Cent: Bronze – 2.5 g

Packaging

Original Packaging: Presented in an official Royal Canadian Mint hard presentation case, complete with the original bilingual specifications insert / COA

Condition: Coins in excellent proof-like condition; light, normal wear to outer packaging possible (see photos)

🪙 Why Collect This Set?

The 1984 Canada Select Gem Proof-Like Set offers collectors a refined snapshot of Canadian circulating coinage during the mid-1980s. With its Voyageur dollar, elegant proof-like finish, and upgraded Royal Canadian Mint hard presentation case, it is an excellent addition to proof-like year sets, Canadian type collections, or Royal Canadian Mint presentation series.