Description

SPECIAL FEATURES

• ONLY AVAILABLE AS PART OF THE SET: Through a striking mix of symbolic imagery and
  selective colour, this special edition proof dollar commemorates the 240th anniversary of
  Captain James Cook’s arrival and stay at Nootka Sound, on the west coast of Vancouver
  Island.
• IMPECCABLE CRAFTSMANSHIP: Struck in 99.99% pure silver, the commemorative proof dollar
  features a classic and powerful reverse design—one that is painstakingly brought to life by a
  wealth of finely engraved, carefully sculpted details and a superb mix of finishes.
• SELECTIVE COLOUR highlights the principal participants in this story: Cook, his ship (HMS
  Resolution), and Chief Maquina, leader of the Mowachaht people.
• EVERY ENGRAVED DETAIL ADDS TO THE STORY: A textured map of Vancouver Island provides
  more than geographic context — the topographic map is also a nod to Cook’s cartographic
  legacy.
• READY TO DISPLAY WITH PRIDE: This set of Canadian coinage is safely enclosed in a
  book-style packaging that provides an elegant presentation time and time again, whether
  you’re proudly showcasing or repeatedly admiring this treasured addition to your collection.

DESIGN
On the reverse, artist Maskull Lasserre combines elements of cartography, portraiture and maritime
history to craft a poignant historical representation of Captain Cook at Nootka Sound. Framed by
nautical rope, the imposing beauty of the tree-lined coast edges the scene and suggests Cook’s
presence at Nootka Sound as viewed from the perspective of Chief Maquina. The chief, wearing a
distinctive hat associated with Mowachaht expertise in hunting whales, faces Cook and HMS
Resolution, which was anchored in a cove on today’s Bligh Island. Selective colour highlights the
Chief, the vessel commanded by Cook, and a profile portrait of the legendary navigator. In the
background, the topographic map of Vancouver Island is a nod to Cook’s legacy as a cartographer,
while a circular location marker provides geographic context to this historic event. The reverse
includes the engraved word “CANADA”, the year “2018” and the face value, “DOLLAR”. The obverse
features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.