1958 Canadian Silver "Death" Dollar

Own a piece of history with this Canadian Silver Dollar, featuring the iconic British Columbia totem pole design in a protective capsule. The 1958 Canadian Silver Dollar is a highly collectible circulating commemorative coin minted by the Royal Canadian Mint. It was issued to mark the Centennial of the Colony of British Columbia (1858–1958). Collectors widely refer to this specific piece as the "Death Dollar" or "Death Totem Pole" due to the unique elements in its reverse design. Design & History • The Reverse (Totem Pole): Designed by artist Stephen Trenka, it depicts a traditional Northwest Coast Indigenous memorial totem pole set against a mountain range. At the bottom of the pole, Trenka included a face that matches elements signifying death in certain First Nations cultures. This unintended symbolism led to controversy and made the design unpopular with some Coastal communities at the time. • The Obverse (Queen Elizabeth II): Features the youthful, right-facing portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II designed by Mary Gillick. Coin Specifications According to the Coins and Canada Price Guide, the coin adheres to the following structural specifications: - Composition: 80% silver, 20% copper (0.600 troy ounces of pure silver). - Weight: 23.33 grams. - Diameter: 36.0 mm. - Thickness: 2.84 mm. - Condition: XF (According to Google's AI) - Mintage: 3,039,630 coins were struck for circulation. - Denomination: One Dollar - Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II - Reverse: British Columbia Totem Pole - Year: 1958 - Packaging: Protective plastic holder. If you are looking for a unique addition to your collection, this silver dollar is a fantastic find! If this advertisement is still live, the product is available and waiting to find its new home with you. Please see my other listings.