1997 Canada 500th Anniversary of the Voyage of John Cabot Proof Silver 10-cents

1997 Canada 500th Anniversary of the Voyage of John Cabot Proof Silver 10-cents

Please note that, as sterling, the coin may be lightly toned.

Giovanni Caboto sailed from Bristol, England in 1497, sighting Newfoundland weeks later. He is credited with opening North America for settlement. The Matthew is depicted in full sail approaching the rocky coast of Newfoundland.

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Composition: 0.925 silver, 0.075 copper
Weight: 2.4 grams
Diameter: 18.0 mm
Thickness: 1.2 mm
Edge: Reeded
Finish: Proof
Mintage: 49,848