1867-2017 $100 Diamond Jubilee of Canadian Confederation, 10 oz Pure Silver Coin

Description: This ‘Canada 150’ Commemorative $100 ten ounce fine silver coin combines important Canadian history, spectacular high relief art, a double effigy of Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria, and an extremely low mintage of just 1,000 coins. This coin was sold out from the Royal Canadian Mint within minutes of the official release. Today, this coin is extremely difficult to find and usually sells at market values above the original issue price. . As Canada reached its milestone 60th Anniversary of Confederation in 1927, the precedent first set in 1867 was followed to create a new large format allegorical commemorative medal. As part of the 2017 Canada 150 celebrations, this design was brought back to life in a new ten ounce fine silver $100 coin. The design was first created by Canadian illustrator Charles William Jefferys (1869-1951), and was engraved by the illustrious French medalist, Raymond Delamarre (1890-1986) of the Paris Mint. The 1927 medal design provides an allegorical representation of the growth, development and early transformation of Canada. In place of the four eager young maidens which represented the founding provinces of Canada on the 1867 medal, a new single “Canada” figure on the 1927 medal has gained maturity and confidence, and represents the unified country. Her arms are spread wide, echoing Canada’s official motto which appears across the medal Ad Mari Usque Ad Mare (“From sea to sea”). Below the allegorical figure are sheaves of wheat and clusters of maple leaves. Behind her, a map of the country includes the transcontinental rail links and the shield from the Royal Arms of Canada. The names of four prominent explorers are also included: (Captain James) Cook, (Captain George) Vancouver are inscribed along the West coast, while (Jacques) Cartier and (Samuel de) Champlain are inscribed on the East side of the map. ‘Canada’ stands proudly on a pedestal marked 1867-1927. The obverse design features a double effigy of Queen Victoria (the monarch at the time of confederation in 1867) and Queen Elizabeth II (the monarch at the time of Canada 150). HST/GST Exempt. NumisCan Coins and Jewelry is committed to providing an exceptional experience every time you shop with us. We offer highly competitive pricing and shipping, plus a 30 day return policy on every item. All items are carefully described indicating their condition and stating whether the image is the actual item or a stock image. Unless otherwise noted, Royal Canadian Mint coins are “mint direct” original new condition with case, box and COA. If you are not fully satisfied with your purchase, please send us a note before leaving feedback. Sometimes errors can happen, and we want to do everything possible to make it right! We are working on listing over 5,000 different coin items. If you are looking for something you don’t see, please send us a message. US / International Buyers: Any applicable import duties, taxes and charges are not included and are the responsibility of the buyer. Please check your country’s customs and import regulations in advance for ordering an item.

Price: 995 CAD

Location: Ontario

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