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Beyond the Round Coin: How Shape and Size Make RCM Coins More Collectible

June 30, 2026 Posted by: Colonial Acres

When most people think of a coin, they picture something small, round, and easy to slip into a pocket. That classic format has been used for centuries because it is practical, familiar, and easy to stack, roll, and handle. But in the world of collecting, coins can be much more than everyday currency. The Royal Canadian Mint has become known for creating coins that go beyond the traditional round format. Some are shaped like objects found in nature. Some are oversized to showcase more detail. Others use puzzle pieces, unusual edges, dimensional effects, or bold formats that turn the coin...

Honouring 150 Years of Leadership: The 2026 $20 Royal Military College of Canada Silver Coin

June 23, 2026 Posted by: Colonial Acres

The Royal Canadian Mint has a long tradition of turning important Canadian stories into beautiful collectible coins. Some releases celebrate wildlife, geography, art, or national milestones. Others honour institutions that have helped shape the country itself. The 2026 $20 150th Anniversary of the Royal Military College of Canada fine silver coin belongs firmly in that second category. This striking collector coin commemorates 150 years of the Royal Military College of Canada, also known as RMC. Founded in Kingston, Ontario, in 1876, RMC has played a major role in Canadian military education, leadership development, academic achievement, and public service. For collectors, this...

Why the 2025 Royal Canadian Mint Annual Collection Book is a Must-Have

June 16, 2026 Posted by: Colonial Acres

For coin collectors, some pieces are more than a single release. They become a snapshot of an entire year in Canadian numismatics. That is exactly what makes the 2025 Royal Canadian Mint Annual Collection Book such an exciting addition to any collection. This beautifully presented book brings together the stories, themes, designs, and innovations that shaped the Royal Canadian Mint’s 2025 releases. Whether you collect circulation coins, special wrap rolls, fine silver coins, annual sets, or limited edition commemoratives, this book gives you a complete look at the year in coins. Even better, the 2025 edition includes an exclusive Special...

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Coins Celebrate Canada’s Moment on the World Stage

June 8, 2026 Posted by: Colonial Acres

Canada is getting ready for a summer of soccer history. In June 2026, FIFA World Cup will arrive in North America, with matches hosted across Canada, the United States, and Mexico. For Canadian fans, the excitement is especially close to home because Toronto and Vancouver will both welcome the world as official host cities. That means packed stadiums, busy fan zones, international visitors, national pride, and a once-in-a-generation sporting atmosphere right here in Canada. To mark this major event, the Royal Canadian Mint has released a special collection of FIFA World Cup 2026™ coins, now available at Colonial Acres Coins....

Two Stunning 2026 Royal Canadian Mint Coins Celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s 100th Birthday

May 29, 2026 Posted by: Colonial Acres

For collectors who admire the Royal Family, Canadian history, and beautifully crafted Royal Canadian Mint coins, 2026 brings two meaningful additions that feel both elegant and deeply commemorative. Available at Colonial Acres Coins, these new releases honour the 100th anniversary of the birth of Queen Elizabeth II, a monarch whose reign became part of Canada’s modern story. Queen Elizabeth II was Canada’s longest-reigning monarch, and for many collectors, her portrait is one of the most familiar images ever seen on Canadian coinage. These two 2026 Royal Canadian Mint coins do more than mark a milestone birthday. They celebrate her connection...

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Beyond the Round Coin: How Shape and Size Make RCM Coins More Collectible

Honouring 150 Years of Leadership: The 2026 $20 Royal Military College of Canada Silver Coin

Why the 2025 Royal Canadian Mint Annual Collection Book is a Must-Have

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Coins Celebrate Canada’s Moment on the World Stage

Two Stunning 2026 Royal Canadian Mint Coins Celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s 100th Birthday

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