© Greg Laws (CC BY-NC)
© Greg Laws (CC BY-NC)
Medal - Confederation Centennial Victoria and Elizabeth II; Silver
1967 year| Silver (.999) | 25.31 g | 38 mm |
| Location | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Medals › Commemorative medals |
| Year | 1967 |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 25.31 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-11-12 |
| Numista | N#402577 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Centennial emblem
Bilingual legend surrounding
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1867 Centennial of Canadian Confederation 1967
Le Centenaire de la Confédération Canadienne
CAN. ART. DIES
Edge
Plain
Comment
Similar to the others, with a silver proof-like finish.
https://www.historymuseum.ca/collections/artifact/2272552
Interesting fact
This silver medal commemorates the centennial of Canadian Confederation in 1867, featuring both Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth II. It was minted in 1967 to celebrate Canada's 100th anniversary as a nation. The medal weighs 25.31 grams and is made of .999 fine silver, making it a valuable collector's item due to its historical significance and high silver content.
