2007 50-cent Canadian Floral Collection - Golden Forget-Me-Not Sterling

2007 50-cent Canadian Floral Collection - Golden Forget-Me-Not Sterling Silver

'Forget me not!' cried the drowning knight and the name of this springtime wildflower was born. According to legend, a medieval knight was picking flowers for his lady along a riverbank when he fell into the water under the weight of his armor. Ever since, the 50 species of Myosotis have been called 'forget-me-not' in countless countries worldwide and their romantic symbolism for tragedy and faithful love endures to this day. These endearing flowers are indeed unforgettable. The blossoms consist of five petals with a delicate yellow centre and measure just 1 cm (.4 in) across, but they grow with such profusion that they blanket the entire area in soft blue, white or pink. This flower's preference is by far the rich, moist soil found along the water's edge and gardeners that match these conditions will be treated to a welcome explosion of colour every spring!

Specifications
Face Value: 50 cents
Mintage: 10,845
Composition: 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper
Weight(g): 9.3
Diameter(mm): 27.13
Edge: Serrated
Finish: Proof

Special Features: 50-cent coin in sterling silver with selective gold plating. Minted with the same artistic flair and technical precision as the 2006 Golden Daisy, 2005 Golden Rose, 2004 Easter Lily, 2003 Golden Daffodil and 2002 Golden Tulip.

Packaging: Coin encapsulated and presented in a maroon clamshell case lined with flock and protected by a black sleeve.