Calgary Coin Gallery
1949 Canada Newfoundland Silver Dollar | ICCS MS-65 | Commemorative Cabot Ship Dollar
1949 Canada Newfoundland Silver Dollar | ICCS MS-65 | Commemorative Cabot Ship Dollar
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Offered is a 1949 Canada Newfoundland Silver Dollar certified MS-65 by ICCS (International Coin Certification Service).
Issued to commemorate Newfoundland’s entry into Confederation as Canada’s tenth province on March 31, 1949, this historic silver dollar features one of Canada’s most iconic commemorative designs. The reverse depicts John Cabot’s ship, the Matthew, celebrating Cabot’s voyage to Newfoundland, along with the inscription Floreat Terra Nova (“May Newfoundland Flourish”). The obverse features the portrait of King George VI.
Certified Mint State 65, this premium Gem Uncirculated example displays exceptional mint luster, crisp strike, and outstanding eye appeal. The 1949 Newfoundland Dollar is one of the most sought-after classic Canadian silver dollars and a key addition to any Canadian collection.
Specifications:
- Country: Canada
- Year: 1949
- Denomination: $1 Dollar
- Grade: ICCS MS-65
- Composition: 80% Silver, 20% Copper
- Actual Silver Weight: 0.6000 troy oz
- Weight: 23.33 grams
- Diameter: 36.06 mm
- Edge: Reeded
- Obverse: King George VI
- Reverse: Matthew ship commemorating Newfoundland’s entry into Confederation
The ICCS-certified coin shown is the exact coin you will receive. Guaranteed authentic.
