1956 CNA Annual Convention
The third CNA Convention was held in London, Ontario on September 21 and 22, 1956. Birks Jewellers designed and struck the official convention medals, although the dies were destroyed in 1973. The medal was of octagonal shape and featured the arms of the city of London. In later years, the obverse die was used to strike bronze medals that commemorated the 100th meeting (in 1959) and the 250th meeting (in 1971) of the London Numismatic Society.
| Specifications | Medal | Special Edition Medal |
|---|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | CNA-3 | CNA-3A |
| Composition | Brass | Sterling Silver |
| Finish | Antique | Antique |
| Weight | 10.8 grams | 11.1 grams |
| Shape | Octagonal | Octagonal |
| Diameter | 31.0 mm | 31.0 mm |
| Die Axis | Upright | Upright |
| Edge | Chamfered | Chamfered |
| Issue Price | $1.00 | $3.50 |
| Mintage | 125 | 25 |
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