Last updated on February 27th, 2023 at 12:08 pmFew coins in the world can match this one for ornateness or intricacy. The 2021 Dancing Diamond – Sparkle of the Heart is one of those Royal Canadian Mint coins that show what the Mint is capable of. Whether you are collecting the Sparkle of the Heart series, have an eye for unusual coins or just appreciate craftsmanship, this coin is the perfect fit for your collection. The Sparkle of the Heart Series Starting in 2019, the Royal Canadian Mint has released annual coins featuring Canadian diamonds at the heart of the…
2021 Best Wishes On Your Wedding Day $20 Silver Coin
Traditionally, a wedding has been an occasion to gather family and friends to celebrate the commitment two people make to share their lives together. Unfortunately, such a celebration has been challenging during the COVID-19 pandemic because large gatherings in close spaces are exactly the environment in which the disease can travel best. Therefore, couples in Canada have had to postpone or scale down wedding plans to protect themselves and vulnerable family members. Nevertheless, according to a popular hashtag, love is not cancelled. Over the past year, couples have found creative ways to celebrate their weddings amongst the people they love…
Check out this 2021 Classic Mountie Hat Gold Plated Coin
There are few Canadian icons more instantly identifiable than the uniform of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. People around the world immediately recognize the red serge uniform and wide-brimmed, Montana peak hat of the Mounties. Every year, Royal Canadian Mint coins are designed and produced to commemorate significant people and events in Canadian history. The year 2020 marked the 100th anniversary of the merger between the Dominion Police and the Royal North-West Mounted Police. The new organization was named the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and it has served as Canada’s national police service ever since. To celebrate the 100th anniversary,…
Differences Between Private & Government Mints
When purchasing precious metals, it is important to determine whether they came from a government mint or a private mint. If you are an investor, knowing where your purchase comes from helps build confidence in the brand and its purity, even though the value of the products that each produces is probably going to be similar. If you are a collector, your purchase’s provenance might be meaningful to you. In either case, it is always a good idea to understand what you are buying beforehand. Private Mints Private mints are owned by individuals or companies, not backed up by any…
Part 2 : Taking a Look at Some Major Bullion Brands
When investors or collectors want to buy quality gold and silver bullion, they often turn to the Royal Canadian Mint. But coin dealers and collectors can also acquire coins and bullion from other solid sources. Here are three other companies that also specialize in bullion – Sunshine Mint, SilverTowne and Johnson Matthey. When the team at Colonial Acres sees bullion from these brands, they trust its quality. Here is some more information about these dependable major bullion brands. Sunshine Mint …
Is Canadian Paper Money Making a Comeback?
When the COVID-19 outbreak forced more people to stay at home and turn to online sources for most purchases, many experts predicted that the pandemic would just accelerate the world’s march toward the death of cash. Surprisingly, however, Canada has seen a significant post-pandemic increase in the amount of paper money in circulation. In this blog, we’ll look at how this cash comeback occurred and why the demand for Canadian paper money has increased. The Push for Paperless For decades, people in Canada and much of the rest of the world have been moving away from using paper money as…
2021 Pure Silver 4 Coin Set Featuring Stunning Canadian Animal Portraits
Last updated on February 28th, 2024 at 06:55 amCollecting coins can be a wonderful hobby that promotes education, history and culture. Whether you’re looking for U.S. 50 State Quarters or Canadian pennies from each year, the hunt to find the coins to fill out your collection can be invigorating and educational. The Royal Canadian Mint offers beautiful collector’s coins each year as a special way to commemorate events and heritage. These four silver coins that feature Canadian animals make a great gift or addition to a coin collection. They’re a must-have for nature and animal lovers. Coins Featuring Animal Portraits…
Fine Silver Coins Celebrates 40 Years for Canadas National Anthem
Whenever there is a national event or just a moment of particular Canadian pride, you are likely to hear the song ‘O Canada,’ the national anthem. This patriotic piece was officially adopted in 1980. So, in 2020, the Royal Canadian Mint released a special coin to commemorate the passage of the National Anthem Act. This beautiful coin could make an excellent addition to any collection. ‘O Canada’ The Canadian national anthem is a patriotic song intended to represent the spirit of the nation. Interestingly, despite 2020 being the 40th anniversary of the song’s official adoption, it is significantly older. In…
How to Properly Store Your Silver Coins to Avoid Aging
Coin collecting is an exciting hobby and also can be an investment that people enjoy throughout Canada and around the world. It’s easy to see why: collecting coins is exciting, challenging, and maybe even a little addictive. Plus, your coin collection can be a valuable asset that has the potential to deliver big returns on your investment. Of course, to maintain the beauty and value of your collection, it’s important to handle and store your coins properly. The term “mint condition” originated with coin collectors, and a coin’s condition is especially important to valuing the pieces in your collection. Silver…
Is it Worth Collecting and Saving Canadian Tire Money?
Last updated on November 23rd, 2023 at 07:17 amOver the years when you made purchases at a local Canadian Tire store, you would receive coupons in the form of Canadian Tire money redeemable for in-store purchases. Canadian Tire money is recognizable by its bright colours and the popular images of Sandy McTire, the tam-wearing Scotsman. Though the denominations are smaller, it closely resembles Canadian paper money in many respects. At one point, Canadian Tire money was even printed on similar stock. As a Canadian institution since 1958, it is sometimes viewed as the country’s unofficial second currency. At Canadian Tire…