Last updated on May 29th, 2025 at 09:53 amLast Updated on May 29, 2025 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Canada’s 150th anniversary in 2017 was a year of pride, joy, and nationwide celebration. Marking a century and a half since Confederation, events and initiatives unfolded across the country, from large-scale festivities to grassroots community projects. Canadians gathered in public spaces to enjoy concerts, parades, and fireworks, with Ottawa’s Parliament Hill serving as the centrepiece, hosting vibrant Canada Day spectacles. The year-long initiative also focused on cultural, environmental, and historical milestones through educational programs and art installations, bringing people together to…
Archives for August 2017
Gold and Silver Commodities that are Available on the Market Explained
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Gold and silver are precious metals that never lose a sense of value. The precious metals may see fluctuations in how much they are worth, however you can always sell gold and silver bullion or other items when you need cash. Collectors of gold bullion, old jewelry, war medals and a variety of other items can easily be sold off to provide you with cash to be used to invest further into gold and silver or simply to have on hand….
A look behind the designs of the five coins for Canada’s 150th year of independence
Last updated on August 14th, 2025 at 12:20 pmLast Updated on August 14, 2025 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins To commemorate the 150th anniversary celebrations of Canada, the Royal Canadian Mint decided to create special coins for the occasion. A contest was held in 2015 to allow the public to take part and each 150th anniversary coin from this set has a unique design that was chosen as part of the contest. Known as My Canada, My Inspiration, this contest allowed individuals to take part in Canada 150 celebrations by creating new coin designs. The coin designs fit into five…
The Story Behind the Royal Canadian Mint’s Canada 150th Peyto Lake Coin
Last updated on July 1st, 2025 at 08:40 amLast Updated on July 1, 2025 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Every coin produced by the Royal Canadian Mint tells a story. From coins with symbols depicting the latest monarch to coins with symbols representing common animals of Canada, each coin produced has its own legacy and meaning. For 2017, several coins have been produced that represent the nation in a variety of ways in honour of the Canada 150 celebrations. One such example of a 2017 new coin is the $10 Canada’s 150th Peyto Lake Coin. This coin has a unique…
The Royal Canadian Mint: Ensuring Quality Bullion Coins and other Commodities of Silver and Gold
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Bullion coins of silver and gold are an item that are collected by individuals around the world. Silver and gold have a monetary value based on weight so collecting coins can be done based on the silver and gold content as well as the type of coin or story behind the coin. Some coin collectors enjoy the storytelling of each coin while others want to create a collection that will be valuable. To ensure you are investing in quality gold and…
The Royal Canadian Mint Celebrates Canada’s 150th Year of Independence by Releasing New Silver Coin
Last updated on July 1st, 2025 at 08:43 amLast Updated on July 1, 2025 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins 2017 is a big year for Canada. This year marks the Canada 150 celebration and to honour the occasion, the Royal Canadian Mint has decided to create several individual coins, sets and proofs to celebrate the anniversary. Coin collectors will love adding these unique coins to their collection. Many coins have colourful depictions of common Canadian symbols while some even glow in the dark! One coin that is particularly unique for the anniversary commemoration is the 150th Wild Swift Fox and…
Coin Collecting: How to Get Started Even at a Young Age
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Coin collecting is a fun hobby that many adults enjoy. Kids can also get in on the action, learning at an early age that every coin tells a story and has value. Coin collecting can be a fun hobby to introduce children too, especially considering that coins have historical significance, which provides an educational component. But how do you get kids involved in coin collecting? Learn more below. Understanding Money To begin, a child needs to understand money and how it…
Explore the Beauty of Canada’s Coasts with the 2017 $20 Fine Silver Coin Series
Last updated on March 28th, 2025 at 12:20 pmLast Updated on March 28, 2025 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins 2017 marked Canada’s 150th anniversary and the Royal Canadian Mint celebrated this milestone with a stunning numismatic series that captures the breathtaking beauty of Canada’s coastlines. The Canada’s Coasts Series invites collectors to explore the nation’s Pacific, Atlantic, and Arctic coasts through meticulously designed coins featuring iconic flora, fauna, and landscapes. This limited-edition series offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of Canadian artistry and heritage, making it an absolute must-have for coin enthusiasts. Here’s a closer look at the…
