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2026 Turtle Island Silver 1 oz Coin: A New RCM Release

July 31, 2026 Posted by: Colonial Acres

The Royal Canadian Mint has introduced a meaningful new release that combines Indigenous storytelling, vibrant artwork and fine silver craftsmanship. The 2026 $20 Turtle Island 1 oz. Fine Silver Coin honours an Ojibwe creation story through a beautifully detailed design by Ojibwe artist Patrick Hunter. Struck in one ounce of 99.99% pure silver and limited to only 5,000 coins worldwide, this new Royal Canadian Mint coin is likely to attract collectors interested in Indigenous art, Canadian history, cultural storytelling and low-mintage silver coins. Collectors can purchase the 2026 $20 Turtle Island coin from Colonial Acres Coins, along with many other...

Gift Guide for Coin Collectors: Coins, Bullion, Paper Money, and Supplies They’ll Actually Use

July 28, 2026 Posted by: Colonial Acres

Shopping for a coin collector can feel tricky at first. Do they collect Canadian coins? Royal Canadian Mint releases? Bullion? Paper money? Ancient coins? Do they need supplies? Are they a beginner or someone who already has a carefully organized collection? The good news is that coin collectors are usually easier to shop for than you might think. The best gifts are often useful, meaningful, collectible, or connected to a personal interest. Whether you are shopping for a summer birthday, a graduation gift, a retirement surprise, a fall milestone, or an early holiday present, there are plenty of options that...

Ancient Coins Are Trending: How to Start Collecting History This Summer

July 24, 2026 Posted by: Colonial Acres

There is something special about holding an ancient coin. It is not just a collectible. It is a small piece of history that may have passed through marketplaces, temples, military camps, trade routes, or the hands of people who lived hundreds or even thousands of years ago. For many collectors, that connection is what makes ancient coins so exciting. A Roman coin may feature an emperor whose name appears in history books. A Greek coin may depict a mythological creature, a city emblem, or a god or goddess associated with the ancient world. A Judaean coin may connect to Biblical...

New Coin Releases and Modern Collecting Trends to Watch This Summer

July 20, 2026 Posted by: Colonial Acres

For coin collectors, summer is more than just cottage weekends, road trips, and backyard BBQs. It is also a great time to take a fresh look at your collection, review what has been released so far, and decide what you want to add before the year moves too far ahead. Modern collecting has changed a lot over the years. Today’s collectors are not only looking for older Canadian coins but also for traditional date sets. They are also watching new Royal Canadian Mint releases, limited-edition commemoratives, bullion coins, world coins, paper money, pop culture themes, precious metal products, and special...

How to Protect Your Coin Collection During Hot and Humid Summer Weather

July 16, 2026 Posted by: Colonial Acres

Summer is a great time to enjoy your coin collection. Maybe you finally have a bit of extra time to organize your albums, sort through new Royal Canadian Mint releases, add bullion to your collection, or revisit those older Canadian coins tucked away in a drawer. But while summer can be a fun season for collectors, it can also bring a few risks that are easy to overlook. Heat, humidity, fingerprints, improper storage, and even bright sunlight can all affect the long-term condition of your coins, paper money, bullion, and collector items. Whether you are just starting or have been...

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2026 Turtle Island Silver 1 oz Coin: A New RCM Release

Gift Guide for Coin Collectors: Coins, Bullion, Paper Money, and Supplies They’ll Actually Use

Ancient Coins Are Trending: How to Start Collecting History This Summer

New Coin Releases and Modern Collecting Trends to Watch This Summer

How to Protect Your Coin Collection During Hot and Humid Summer Weather

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