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2024 Fractional Set: 45th Anniversary of the Gold Maple Leaf

The Royal Canadian Mint’s Gold Maple Leaf coin has long been treasured by collectors and investors alike. The first coin to achieve a .9999 grade for purity, these stunning coins are a valuable and striking piece of numismatic history. In celebration of the coin’s sapphire anniversary, the Royal Canadian Mint has released a special 2024 offering. Introducing the 45th anniversary Gold Maple Leaf fractional set. Comprised of four coins of varying size and value, this limited-release set is certain to be highly sought after. Learn the History Behind the 45th Anniversary Gold Maple Leaf Fractional Set The Royal Canadian Mint introduced the…
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2023 Royal Canadian Mint Coins Honouring Elsie MacGill

Last updated on September 29th, 2023 at 08:54 amElsie MacGill was one of the most inspirational people in Canadian history. Not only was she brilliant, becoming the first woman in North America to earn a master’s degree in aeronautical engineering in 1929, but she was also a vocal advocate for women’s rights and believed in championing everyone to become their best selves. The Royal Canadian Mint wants to celebrate her life and legacy by producing the Elsie MacGill commemorative coin. Colonial Acres Coins is proud to do our part to celebrate the contributions Elsie MacGill made to the world. We…
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Check Out the 2023 Royal Canadian Mint $50 Silver Coin: The Monarch and the Bloom

The Royal Canadian Mint has outdone themselves this year. Their 2023 selections include so many stunning coins like the $50 colourful Collage of the Four Seasons coin or the intricate Dancing Diamond Sparkle of the Heart coin. However, it is another coin that may be the Royal Canadian Mint’s piece de resistance. Introducing The Monarch and the Bloom coin, a magical and interactive limited offering that is now available to add to your coin collection. Keep reading to learn more about this new design that features two incredible 3D elements. The Story Behind the Monarch and the Bloom Coin Design…
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From History to Rarity: Exploring the Fascinating World of U.S. Morgan Silver Dollars

Last updated on September 29th, 2023 at 10:18 amThe Morgan silver dollar is one of the most popular and collectible of all American coins and has a fascinating history. It was designed by a British-born assistant engraver, minted after the U.S. had moved to the gold standard and required an act of the U.S. Congress to come into being. Minted during the tumultuous years of America’s Gilded Age, the Morgan silver dollar’s history is intertwined with westward expansion, adventurism, rapid industrialization and political tactics. Discover more about the coin’s history, rarity and collectibility below. Tracing the Morgan Silver Dollars History…
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Learn More About the Mi’kmaq Creation Story With This $20 Coin

Last updated on September 29th, 2023 at 08:50 amIn 2021 The Royal Canadian Mint introduced the Generations Collection which releases a new coin yearly honouring Canada’s Indigenous peoples and designed by Indigenous artists. The first coin in 2021 showcased the work of Nunatsiavut artist Jason Sikoak and tells the Inuit story of the sea goddess Nuliajuk. The 2022 coin features the work of Métis artist Jennine Krauchi and relays the story of the Red River Métis. Recently, the 2023 $20 Generations: Mi’kmaq Creation Story Fine Silver Coin was released and is the first coin in the collection to highlight one…
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