Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Many coin collectors choose to collect mint bullion due to the investment factor involved. The Royal Canadian Mint creates quality bullion products with strict security measures in place so collectors can be sure they are purchasing pure gold or silver coins. For 2017, Canada is celebrating their 150th birthday and the Royal Canadian Mint has created new gold coins to commemorate this occasion. Below are two examples of such coins and more about how security measures are used in order to…
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Sell Gold Jewelry and Make the Most of its Monetary Value
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Gold. It’s a term that has several meanings, from a colour to value. When we hear the term gold, we instantly think about riches or wealth. Gold still can bring about good fortune and with gold prices continuing to rise, you can easily make money by selling your gold jewelry or other items containing gold. Almost everyone has old jewelry lying around the house that’s unused or even broken. Use the gold content to your advantage and sell your gold jewelry…
Celebrating Canada 150th with Special $10 and $30 Silver Coins
Last updated on August 14th, 2025 at 12:18 pmLast Updated on August 14, 2025 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Canada is celebrating their 150th birthday this year, with the entire year focusing on celebrations and honouring this special occasion. The Royal Canadian Mint has gotten in on the celebration fun by creating unique coins depicting images that show the true nature and love of Canada. Coin collectors can choose from a nice selection of individual coins as well as sets and proofs to add to their collection that represent the special anniversary of the country. Below are a few examples…
Collecting and Selling War Medals
Last updated on October 23rd, 2025 at 12:17 pmLast Updated on October 23, 2025 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins is a pastime that many individuals enjoy. War medals date back several decades, even centuries and collectors like to have pieces in their collection that spark conversations as well as have value. In the past, many war medals were created from silver and gold which gives them a certain value. Some like to sell war medals after collecting them, though there are those who feel this is unethical due to the nature of the medal being received. In Canada, campaign medals…
How to Buy Gold Coins in Canada
Last updated on August 14th, 2025 at 12:14 pmLast Updated on August 14, 2025 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins For centuries, gold has been considered an item of value. From gold coins to gold jewelry and gold bars, any form of gold could be used as payment for goods and services. In today’s society, gold is worn as a sign of wealth as well as collected and sold in many forms, such as gold coins. Collectors buy gold coins in order to amass a quality collection and then sell gold coins in order to make a quick profit or to…
Our Home and Native Land Enameled Special Edition Silver Dollar
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Unless you have been living under a rock deep in the woods, then you know 2017 signifies the 150th Anniversary of Canada. It’s the official birthday of the country this month and several areas are featuring celebrations to enjoy, with the Royal Canadian Mint creating special coins and coin sets to commemorate the occasion. One such coin set to launch soon is the 2017 Enameled Special Edition Proof Silver Dollar – Our Home and Native Land. This coin celebrates what it…
Perth & New Zealand Mints
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins About the origins of the Perth Mint The Perth Mint facility was originally created by the United Kingdom in 1899 for the purpose of refining gold and minting sovereigns due to the miners of those years exchanging gold to pay for their goods and other necessities. At that time there was not much currency in circulation. The building of the Perth Mint facility occurred prior to the establishing in June 1901, of the Federation of Australia. Today, Perth mint coins continue to…
Things to Consider if You Want to Sell Perth Mint Items
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins As the official bullion mint of Australia, the Perth Mint is a facility owned by the Government of Western Australia, having been established in 1899. The Perth Mint was established before the Federation of Australia in 1901 and is the oldest of the two mints that issue coins for legal tender in Australia. If you are a coin collector, you have most likely seen or even collected items that were minted by the Perth Mint. As a collector, it can be…
2017 Canada Dragon Boat Festival Silver Coin: High Coin Collection Value, Cultural Meaning, and More
Last updated on July 15th, 2025 at 09:22 amLast Updated on July 15, 2025 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Canadian coin collectors are used to coins created by the Royal Canadian Mint featuring iconic symbols native to the country. This includes coins featuring the beaver, common loon, polar bear and many more. These symbols have become a staple in Canadian currency. However, there are times when coins are created to celebrate other things, such as other cultures embraced by Canadians. That is what you will find with the new 2017 Canada $25 Dragon Boat Festival Fine Silver coin. This coin…
Celebrating Canada’s 150th: A Year of Pride, Unity, and Collectible Treasures
Last updated on May 5th, 2025 at 12:00 amLast Updated on May 5, 2025 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Canada’s 150th anniversary in 2017 was more than just a birthday—it was a year-long celebration of the people, landscapes, and values that define our great nation. From local festivals to national ceremonies, Canadians came together in every province and territory to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and look forward to the future. One of the most exciting ways this historic milestone was honoured came from the Royal Canadian Mint, which marked the occasion with a stunning array of special…
