1940 Canadian Silver Dime. The new design was introduced in 1937 and the reverse became one of the most loved and controversial of Canada’s coinage designs. The reverse features a schooner under sail. It was not until March 2002 that it was officially recognized as the “Bluenose” The initial obverse contained the legend “ET IND: IMP” to indicate that the King was the Emperor of India. Designers and Engravers: Obverse: T.H. Paget; Reverse: Emanuel Hahn Composition .800 silver, .200 copper Mintage – 16,526,470 We have seven coins – Two Unc. , one EF45, one VF, Two EF Re-engraved and a filler.
