2017 Original Medal in 10 Ounces Fine Silver Brilliant Finish

As part of the celebration of Canada's 150th anniversary of Confederation, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II authorized this original medal to be issued as part of the continuing Confederation commemorative series started in 1867 and continued in 1927. It is an exceptional work of art struck in just over 10 ounces of fine silver with an ultra-high relief.  The obverse features a new effigy of Her Majesty by Susanna Blunt exclusively designed for this medal and officially approved by Queen Elizabeth II.

2017 Canada 150 Medal Design
The imagery centres on an allegorical personification of Canada. "Canada" is presented as a youthful woman who is also strong and confident. She is flanked by a polar bear, symbolizing strength, power, natural beauty and our reach to the northernmost parts of the continent. Canada holds a shield with a maple leaf. The maple leaf is one of Canada's oldest and most recognizable symbols, while the shield represents Canada as a place of safety where we enjoy law and order, freedom of expression, and the ability to practice our own beliefs and religions. In Canada's right hand she proudly holds a familiar representation our Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which helps to define us as a modern free nation. A fur is draped over her right shoulder, recognizing the historic fur trade which brought many of the first Europeans to British North America, and to the relationships forged with the Indigenous peoples. The central figures stand proudly on a pedestal marked "Canada 150," with the country's history behind it and the future awaiting. The updated Latin motto A mari, ad mare, ad mare translates to "From sea to sea to sea," representing the expansion of Canada to the north.

At the bottom right CP Engine 371 is featured, the first to cross the country in 1886. An image of the Empress of Britain ship is included representing the link to England and immigration from Europe. The spherical lines emphasize Canada's historic connection to Great Britain, France and other countries of the Old World, as well as the modern connection of new immigrants to nearly every country in the world. A modern airplane represents the more usual way new Canadians arrive today. The medal is presented in a high-quality wood presentation case, together with a certificate of authenticity showing the mintage of just 1,000 pieces.
   
• Produced by the Canadian Heritage Mint
• Mintage: 1,000 
• GST/HST exempt

Includes:
• 2017 Canada 150 Medal 10-Ounce Silver Brilliant Finish

Warranty Information:
This product comes with a 30-day return policy through TSC.