CANADA. George VI. 1901-1910. Prooflike dollar. 23.42 gm. 36 mm. Honoring Newfoundland. 1949. Bust of George VI left / The Matthew, John Cabot's clipper ship. KM 47. Mint State; choice.

The Italian John Cabot (circa 1450-1500) was the first explorer to visit the North American coast (with the exception of the Vikings at L'Anse aux Meadows on the northern tip of Newfoundland around 1000).