Canada 1949 King George VI Silver Dollar Newfoundland Commemorative
Product Description
This is a special commemorative coin, legal tender in Canada, and is .800 fine silver issued during King George VI, at the end of the decade as a tribute to Newfoundland's entry into the Canadian Confederation, the 10th province of Canada. The ship featured is John Cabot's "Matthew" feature in motion in the ocean. The engraving was created by Thomas Shingles. The coin use here was from circulation, but very good condition.
Feature: A sharply detailed example of this popular King George VI silver dollar, featuring the good ship "Matthew", a commemorative for the discovery of Newfoundland.; The engraving was created by Thomas Shingles.; The Design depicts a three-masted vessel under full sail, representing John Cabots ship the "Matthew" with the motto "Floreat Terra Nova" -which means may Newfoundland flourish.; The outstanding event of the entry of Newfoundland into Confederation was commemorated by the minting of a "New" silver dollar coin. Distribution began on June 24, 1949. The first going to the people of the newly admitted Province of Newfoundland.; The Master die was cut by hand directly in the steel by the Mint engraver, Thomas Shingles.
Manufacturer: Canada Mint
Model: Newfoundland Silver Dollar
MPN: John Cabot Matthew
Sales Rank: 119624
