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  • Obverse view of a 2006 Canadian 5-dollar banknote from the Canadian Journey series featuring a portrait of Sir Wilfrid Laurier. The bill includes a prominent vertical holographic security stripe on the left side displaying shifting colors, maple leaves, and the numeral 5. The design features a large patterned numeral 5 on the bottom right, an illustration of the West Block of Parliament in the background, and the signatures of Deputy Governor W.P. Jenkins and Governor David Dodge.
  • Reverse view of a 2006 Canadian 5-dollar banknote from the Canadian Journey series highlighting the Children at Play theme. The design features detailed illustrations of children playing ice hockey, outdoor ice skating, and tobogganing in a winter landscape, alongside a large stylized snowflake. A bilingual excerpt from Roch Carrier's short story is printed on the left. The serial number AOU2570592 is printed twice along the bottom border in black ink, with large numeral 5s in the top-left and bottom-right
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Canada 5 Dollars 2006 P-101Aa VF

Canada 5 Dollars 2006 P-101Aa VF

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📜 History & Significance

This 5-dollar bill belongs to the highly celebrated "Canadian Journey" (Épopée canadienne) series, upgraded in 2006 with state-of-the-art security features. The designation P-101Aa refers to the definitive first cataloged sub-variety of this specific high-tech design. This 2006 revision integrated advanced industry security details, including a metallic holographic stripe and a liquid crystal shifting numeral, to combat modern counterfeiting methods before Canada transitioned fully to polymer notes. It remains a crucial and beloved modern type-note for Commonwealth and world paper money enthusiasts.

🎨 Design Details

  • Obverse (Front): Features an updated, modern portrait of Sir Henry Charles Wilfrid Laurier, Canada's seventh Prime Minister. To the left sits a stunning holographic stripe containing maple leaves and small "5" numerals that change color when tilted. The center showcases an architectural view of the West Block of the Parliament Buildings in Ottawa.
  • Reverse (Back): Highlights the timeless theme of Children at Play. It depicts children outdoor ice skating, playing hockey, and tobogganing in a winter landscape. It also features a bilingual quote from Roch Carrier's famous Canadian short story, "The Hockey Sweater" (Le chandail de hockey), celebrating the nation's shared passion for the sport.

🔍 Note Features

  • Country: Canada
  • Issuing Authority: Bank of Canada
  • Type: Standard circulation banknote
  • Year: 2006
  • Currency: Dollar (1858-date)
  • Material: Paper (Cotton-fiber blend)
  • Size: 152 × 70 mm

⚖️ General Condition Description

This banknote is graded in Very Fine (VF) condition. Please note that our condition descriptions are standardized for clarity:
  • VF (Very Fine) Grade: The note has been in circulation and shows minor signs of handling. It may possess multiple vertical and horizontal folds or creases. The paper remains relatively crisp, clean, and retains strong, vibrant colors. There are no major tears, heavy stains, or structural damage unless explicitly stated in the specific item photos.

 

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CONDITION GUIDE

Gem Uncirculated

A note that is flawless, with the same freshness, crispness and bright color as when first printed. It
must be perfectly centered, with full margins, and free of any marks, blemishes or traces of handling.

About Uncirculated

A bright, crisp note that appears new but upon close examination shows a trace of very light use, such as  a corner fold or faint crease. 'About Uncirculated' is a borderline condition, applied to a note which may not be quite uncirculated, but yet is obviously better than an average Extra Fine note. Such notes command a price only slightly below a new note and are highly desirable.

Extra Fine

A note that shows some faint evidence of circulation, although it will still be bright and retain nearly full crispness. It may have two or three minor folds or creases but no tears or stains and no discolorations.

Very Fine 

A note that has been in circulation, but not actively or for long. It still retains some crispness and is still choice enough in its condition to be altogether desirable. It may show folds or creases, or some light smudges from the hands of a past generation. Sometimes, Very Fine notes are the best available in certain rare issues, and they should accordingly be cherished just as much as uncirculated notes. 

Fine

A fine note shows evidence of much more circulation, has lost its crispness and very fine detail, and creases are more pronounced, although the note is still not seriously soiled or stained.

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