2015 $3 50ᵗʰ Anniversary of Canadian Flag 9999 Ag $75.

2015 $3 50ᵗʰ Anniversary of Canadian Flag 9999 Ag $75. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────── • 50ᵗʰ Anniversary of our Canadian Flag, (1965). • ¼oz Pure silver 9999 Ag. New in Box (NIB). ▬ Enameled Red. ▬ Double-Date 1965-2015. Theme: As our national banner, Canada’s maple leaf-adorned flag speaks of our sense of belonging to a larger community, one that is a vibrant mosaic of different cultures, languages and beliefs. It represents our history and our identity in this world, as we work together to shape a future for ourselves and for future generations. On the 50th anniversary of the National Flag of Canada, the Royal Canadian Mint commemorates Canada’s most recognizable symbol with this beautifully engraved and coloured fine silver coin. History: - The adoption of Canada's national flag was proposed long ago, at the end of the 19th century, but to no avail. It wasn't until Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson revived the idea in 1964. - At the stroke of noon on Parliament Hill on February 15, 1965, the Canadian Red Ensign (formerly the flag of Canada) was lowered and replaced by the flag we know today. - According to the official description, the national flag is red, with a white square at its center, adorned with a red maple leaf. - The pattern is symmetrical, so that if the flag is folded in half vertically, the two halves are identical! - The maple leaf has long been a symbol of Canada, and red and white have been present on the country's coat of arms since it was proclaimed by King George V in 1921. According to the official rules for flying the Canadian flag, it must never touch the ground. ¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨¨ Features: - Features a striking design that celebrates the 50th anniversary of Canada’s flag in red & white framed within the outline of the map of Canada. - A great opportunity for collectors to display pride for their country through their collection, and to commemorate a milestone in Canadian history. - A beautiful addition to any Canadiana-themed collection. - A meaningful gift for those whose love for their country. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ SPECIFICATIONS: Denomination: $3. Mintage: 15,000 Composition: 99.99% Fine Silver Weight: 7.96 gr Diameter: 27 mm Thickness: Edge: Reeded Finish: Proof Certificate of Authenticity: First Strike <1000 Packaging: Maroon clamshell finished size 67 mm x 67 mm Engraver: Susan Taylor (obverse) Designer: Susanna Blunt (obverse) ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••