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Lucky Loonie 2026: A Canadian Good-Luck Tradition You Can Gift, Collect, and Carry

February 16, 2026 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

If you’ve ever played hockey, curled competitively, coached a kids’ team, or simply watched Canadian sports long enough, you’ve probably heard someone say it: “Do you have a lucky loonie?” The Lucky Loonie tradition is pure Canada, part folklore, part team ritual, part “why not?” fun. And in 2026, you can collect it in three great formats from Colonial Acres Coins: Lucky Loonie in Keychain Collector’s Edition Special Wrap Roll (25 coins) 2026 Lucky Loonie $1 Brilliant Uncirculated (MS63) Where it all started (and why it stuck) According to the Colonial Acres product listing, the Lucky Loonie tradition dates back...

Maple Leaves, Syrup, and Diamonds: The 2026 $30 Precious Maple Leaves Coin

February 10, 2026 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

There are a few symbols that instantly scream “Canada,” and the maple leaf sits right at the top of the list, right alongside hockey tape, toques, and the universal belief that winter builds character. So, when the Royal Canadian Mint releases a premium coin that celebrates maple leaves and adds real diamonds and gold plating? Yeah… collectors notice. The 2026 $30 Precious Maple Leaves Fine Silver Coin is one of those pieces that feels like a centrepiece the moment you see it. It blends 2 oz of 99.99% pure silver with a raised maple leaf element made of .925 sterling silver...

Celebrate Love in 2026: The $20 Coin That Turns a Moment Into a Keepsake

February 4, 2026 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

Love shows up in a hundred small ways: inside jokes, late-night pep talks, “text me when you get home,” the quiet comfort of knowing someone’s in your corner. And while flowers fade and cards get tucked away, a well-chosen collectible can hold the feeling longer. That’s exactly what the 2026 $20 Celebrate Love Fine Silver Coin is made for: a giftable, display-worthy keepsake that celebrates love in all forms, romantic, family, friendship, and even the kind of love that starts with taking care of yourself. Crafted in 99.99% pure silver with selective rose gold plating, it’s a meaningful pick for...

2026 Royal Canadian Mint Gift Sets That Make Perfect Presents

January 28, 2026 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

There’s something about a fresh calendar year that makes us want to do things differently. New routines. New goals. New traditions. And when you’re shopping for meaningful gifts in 2026 whether it’s for a new baby, a birthday, or a “thinking of you” moment coins have a special advantage: they’re tangible, date-stamped, and built to last. Unlike most gifts (that eventually get used up, worn out, or tucked into a drawer), a coin gift set is a true keepsake. It’s a little time capsule: a physical reminder of this year and the milestone you’re celebrating. That’s why Royal Canadian Mint...

Building a Family Legacy: Coin Collecting Traditions to Start This Year

January 25, 2026 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

Some of the best family traditions are simple: Sunday dinners, game nights, and holiday movies you watch every year. Coin collecting can fit right into that list, a quiet, rewarding activity that brings generations together and leaves something real behind. You don’t need to be an expert or have a huge budget. With a little planning, you can turn a small box of coins into a family legacy project, and Colonial Acres Coins has everything you need to get started. Why Coins Make Great Family Traditions Coins are perfect for family traditions because they: Tell stories. Every coin comes from...

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Lucky Loonie 2026: A Canadian Good-Luck Tradition You Can Gift, Collect, and Carry

Maple Leaves, Syrup, and Diamonds: The 2026 $30 Precious Maple Leaves Coin

Celebrate Love in 2026: The $20 Coin That Turns a Moment Into a Keepsake

2026 Royal Canadian Mint Gift Sets That Make Perfect Presents

Building a Family Legacy: Coin Collecting Traditions to Start This Year

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