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2019 Canada 50c Pure Silver Coin – 60th Anniversary of the 1959 Half-Dollar. This exclusive Masters Club 2 oz. Pure Silver 1959 Half-Dollar Coin is retrospective on the rich history of Canada’s half-dollar. One of the most significant 2019 RCM items. When it comes to historical value, it recreates the 1959 issue of the country’s 50-cent coin. It comes with an image of the Canadian Coat of Arms on the reverse side that’s created by Thomas Shingles. While its obverse side comes with an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II that’s created by Mary Gillick. Specifications: Item Number: 170142 Composition: 99.99% pure silver Mintage: 2,500 Weight: 62.69 g Diameter: 50 mm Face Value: 50 cents Finish: Proof Edge: Serrated Artist: Thomas Shingles (reverse), Mary Gillick (obverse) Special Features. This stunning silver coin features selective gold plating on both the reverse and the obverse to bring depth and patina to the historical design. Celebrate 60 years. Reverse design is based on the 1959 half-dollar, which reflected the revised Canadian coat of arms from 1957. The revisions to the Canadian coat of arms were recommended by Her Majesty herself. Packaging: Packaged in a custom Masters Club beauty box. THIS ITEM IS GST / HST EXEMPT. Citadel Coins Halifax, Nova Scotia Official Royal Canadian Mint Distributor.