Sell Your Rare Canadian Coins
Rare Canadian coins deserve a buyer who recognizes their true value — not a generalist who offers melt value or a flat bulk price. Richard LeBlanc specializes in Canadian coins and pays fair market value for key dates, low-mintage issues, and rare varieties.
Important: Never clean a rare coin before selling. Cleaning permanently destroys value — even a coin worth thousands can be reduced to a fraction of its value by cleaning. Upload photos of coins exactly as you found them.
Most photo submissions reviewed within 24–48 hours · No obligation to sell
Not sure if your coin is rare?
Read the plain-English guide to 10 rare Canadian coins worth money — what each one looks like, why it's rare, and what you can expect to get for it.
Rare Canadian Coins We Buy
Lowest mintage of any Canadian dollar (18,780). The key date of the series.
Extremely rare dot varieties across cent, 10¢, and 25¢. Among the most valuable Canadian coins.
Rare variety struck with modified 1947 dies after design change. Low mintage across all denominations.
Pre-Confederation coins with small mintages and a passionate collector base.
Extremely low mintage. Most were melted. One of the rarest Canadian coins in any grade.
Lowest mintage of the small cent series (1,000,622). Key date across all grades.
Rare repunched date variety on the large cent. One of the most sought-after 19th century Canadian coins.
Gold content plus historical significance. Ottawa mint issues are especially collectible.
Values are approximate retail ranges in CAD. Actual values depend on specific grade, eye appeal, and current market conditions.
Why Rare Coin Sellers Choose SellMyCoins.ca
SellMyCoins.ca specializes in Canadian coins — key dates, varieties, and what drives value in each series — so rare coins are not missed or undervalued.
Upload photos for a free estimate. You only mail your coins if you decide to accept the offer. No risk, no upfront commitment.
Every offer is in writing with individual coin values. You can take the estimate to other buyers to compare — we are confident our offers are fair.
Offers are based on 65–85% of current market value — not melt value, not bulk pricing. Rare coins get the premium they deserve.
Once you accept an offer, we email you a prepaid Canada Post Xpresspost label. Shipping costs are incorporated into the estimate — there is nothing extra to pay. Sell from anywhere in Canada.
Payment sent the same day or next business day after coins arrive and are verified.
What to Do If You Think You Have a Rare Coin
This is the most important rule. Cleaning a coin — even gently — permanently destroys its numismatic value. Leave it exactly as you found it.
Fingerprints contain oils and acids that can damage coin surfaces over time. Hold the coin by its edge, or place it on a soft cloth.
Use your smartphone in good natural light. Photograph both the obverse (front) and reverse (back). Include a close-up of the date area.
Submit your photos through the form on this site. We will identify the coin, assess its condition, and provide a written purchase estimate — what we would pay.
Get a Fair Price for Your Rare Coins
Upload photos for a free written purchase estimate from a Canadian coin specialist. Rare coins get the premium they deserve.
Get Your Free EstimateMost photo submissions reviewed within 24–48 hours · No obligation to sell
This guide explains the value of Canadian coins, including key dates, silver content, and factors that affect collector value. If you believe you may have a valuable coin, you can upload photos for a free estimate.
How Coin Values Are Determined
Four key factors influence what a coin is worth. Understanding these helps you know what to look for.
Rarity
Coins with low mintage numbers or surviving in small quantities are worth more. A coin minted in the millions is common; one minted in the thousands can be scarce.
Condition
Collectors grade coins from Poor (heavily worn) to Mint State (uncirculated). A coin in excellent condition can be worth many times more than the same coin in worn condition.
Silver or Gold Content
Many older Canadian coins contain 80% silver. Even a common silver coin has a base value tied to the current silver price, regardless of collector demand.
Collector Demand
Some coins are actively sought by collectors, which drives prices higher. Key dates, varieties, and coins from popular series attract more buyers.