1959 CNA Annual Convention
The 1959 CNA Annual Convention marked the first time that it was held outside of Ontario. It was held in Regina, Saskatchewan at the Hotel Saskatchewan from September 2 to 4, 1959. Mr. J. Douglas Ferguson was the guest speaker. Mr. Cec Tannahill and Mr. J.C. Summerlin designed the scalloped shaped medal. Birks Montreal then struck the medal, and Birks destroyed the dies after the medals were produced.
Specifications | Medal | Special Edition Medal | Gold-Filled Medal |
---|---|---|---|
Catalogue No. | CNA-6 | CNA-6A | CNA-6B |
Composition | Brass | Sterling Silver | Gold-Filled Bronze |
Finish | Antique | Antique | Antique |
Weight | 15.5 grams | 18.0 grams | 15.3 grams |
Shape | Scalloped | Scalloped | Scalloped |
Diameter | 37.8 mm | 37.8 mm | 37.8 mm |
Die Axis | Upright | Upright | Upright |
Edge | Rounded | Rounded | Rounded |
Issue Price | $2.50 | $7.50 | $14.50 |
Mintage | 275 | 30 | 30 |
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