The 1978 British Columbia Sea Festival Dollar is a commemorative token or trade dollar issued in Vancouver, British Columbia, to celebrate the bicentennial of Captain Cook's exploration of the Pacific Northwest and the maritime heritage of the region. It's not a legal tender coin, but a collector's item. The token features an image of Captain Cook's ship, the Endeavour, and the text "British Columbia 1978 Vancouver Bicentennial 1778".

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

Commemorative Token:

The "dollar" was issued as a trade token or souvenir related to the 1978 Sea Festival and the bicentennial of Captain Cook's arrival in British Columbia.

Design:

The token typically depicts Captain Cook's ship, the Endeavour, on one side and relevant text on the other.

Not Legal Tender:

While it has a dollar denomination, it was not intended for circulation as official currency.

Collector's Item:

Due to its historical significance and design, it's a popular item among coin collectors and those interested in British Columbia's history.