.945 ozt British Columbia Province Silver

This is a 1958 Canadian British Columbia Centennial medal, featuring a totem pole design. The round was issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of British Columbia being established as a Crown colony in 1858. 

The design features a totem pole and a map outline of the province.

The text "BRITISH COLUMBIA" arcs around the top, and "VICTORIA" is inscribed near the bottom.

The medal features a depiction of the Pacific Dogwood flower.

It marks the date British Columbia joined the Canadian Confederation: July 20, 1871.

PACIFIC DOGWOOD CORNOUILLER DU PACIFIQUE
BRITISH COLUMBIA ENTERED CONFEDERATION JULY 20, 1871
LA COLOMBIE-BRITANNIQUE ENTRE DANS LA CON-FEDERATION LE 20 JUILLET 1871

This specific piece is part of a set of 12 sterling silver medals issued by Franklin Mint Canada to commemorate the provinces and territories joining the Canadian Confederation in 1867.

Content: .945 oz troy of fine silver

Mint: The Franklin Mint

Weight approx. : 31.79 g  or 29.405 g fine silver

Diameter approx. : 44.37 mm

Purity: 92.5% written STERLING on the edge

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