The third and final coin in this historic Canada series takes to the skies for one last look at The First 100 Years of Confederation. It fuses art, history and industry. The coin weighs just over five ounces of pure silver, and has a mintage limited to just 1,250. Between 1945 and 1967, aviation technology sent us soaring to new heights and also brought us closer than ever before. At the end of the Second World War, our nation’s character had been established and our place on the international stage secured; but in the midst of Cold War tensions, our new-found sense of self emboldened us to champion peace and cooperation. It was a signal to the world that Canada had arrived. Designed by Canadian artist Glen Green, the main image features Canada’s famous bush plane, the de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver. The obverse combines five of the effigies that have appeared on Canadian coins since 1867 (clockwise, from top): the first effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Mary Gillick, the effigy of King George VI by T. Paget, the effigy of King George V by Sir E. Mackennal, the effigy of King Edward VII by G. De Saulles, and the effigy of Queen Victoria by L. NumisCan Coins and Jewelry is committed to providing an exceptional experience every time you shop with us. 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. 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.
