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karat gold coin: He in re-enactment history clips, the topic of panel discussions and even cast in gold and silver, according to Globe and Mail. There is the Sir John A. toonie that everyone can own. Switch on the television and Sir John A. Macdonald is as ubiquitous as the Kardashians, whoever they are. For $599.95 you can purchase a 14-karat gold coin with his likeness – or, for those less inclined, $89.95 for a Sir John A. coin in fine silver, $69.95 for one that is lightly gold-plated. As the flag turns 50 this Sunday, take a look at its sometimes contentious history. More Related to this StoryIt time we made curling our third official national sportClosing your eyes doesn’t make the bad news go awayOttawa tribute to the Canadian Flag is embarrassing Sir John A. Macdonald Library and Archives Canada FaceoffVisionary patriot or hateful embarrassment The John A. Macdonald debate The red and white Maple Leaf flag has become a well-loved Canadian emblem, but it wasn't always that way. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.