Last updated on April 16th, 2020 at 07:04 amLast Updated on April 16, 2020 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins The 1921 Canadian 50 Cent Coin is arguably the most prized numismatic rarity in Canada. In a country that has traditionally manufactured some of the most technologically advanced, astonishingly eye-catching and intricately designed coin pieces since its establishment, there are many Canadian coins that are rarer in the absolute sense. But, none of them match the storied history of the coin popularly named “King of Canadian Coins.” Keep reading to know more about the circumstances that resulted in the legend behind…
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Archives for May 2018
Learn More About Canada’s Rarest Coins
Throughout its history, the Royal Canadian Mint has produced some of the rarest and most valuable coins in the world. As a result, Canadian coins are some of the best investment-grade collectibles around and are also very fun to collect. There are particularly interesting pieces which hold great value for a number of different reasons and circumstances. Keep reading to learn which three coins are the rarest and most valuable in Canada. What Are 3 of the Most Valuable Coins in Canada? There are different ways in which one can observe the value of collectible coins, though rarity and price…
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$25 Limited Edition Coin For That Baseball Fan
Last updated on April 16th, 2020 at 07:04 amLast Updated on April 16, 2020 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Baseball is a sport enjoyed by millions and there are countless different memorabilia one could transform into the perfect gift for a die-hard baseball fan. From baseballs to bats and hats to jerseys, these are just a few suggestions you could adopt in order to make the day for that special baseball-loving friend or family member. But, if that special someone truly worships baseball and you’d like to think outside the box when it comes to a unique gift, consider some…
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A Look At The First Canadian Silver Dollar From 1935
Last updated on May 22nd, 2018 at 03:30 amLast Updated on May 22, 2018 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Just as the United States of America was closing out a 141-year history of $1 coinage in 1935, Canada struck its first circulating crown-sized silver pieces. The Royal Canadian Mint produced the 1935 Silver Jubilee Commemorative Dollar in order to celebrate the 25th year of the reign of King George V. There are two ways in which the Canadian silver dollar is historic: It is the first ever silver dollar minted for circulation in Canada It is also the first commemorative…
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Royal Family Collectors, Do We Have The Coin For You!
Last updated on April 16th, 2020 at 06:54 amLast Updated on April 16, 2020 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins The Canadian Royal Mint has a long history of producing some of the most sought-after, majestically designed and supremely meaningful collector coins in the world. Such a tradition is once again exemplified by the 1 oz. Pure Silver Coin – Royal Portrait that represents a must-have piece for all the Royal Family collectors out there. Depicting Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II gazing at her first-born son, the Royal portrait on this remarkable coin represents a celebration of motherhood through its depiction…
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Canada’s 50 Cent: A Forgotten Coin
Last updated on May 22nd, 2018 at 03:56 amLast Updated on May 22, 2018 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Among coinage that has a long and storied history in Canada, a particularly interesting one is the 50 cent coin. While seemingly strange, this important denomination was actually the highest value coin when it was first introduced by the Dominion of Canada in 1870. The piece represented a significant sum at the time, especially considering that most workers at that time likely earned between $5 and $15 a week. Today’s Canadian 50 cent coin value is highest among collectors, especially since…
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Government Phases Out Paper Money Program
Last updated on April 15th, 2020 at 07:22 amLast Updated on April 15, 2020 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins The Bank of Canada plans to push older currency out of circulation for good. This means that $1, $2, $25, $500 and $1,000 notes will no longer be used for paying debts, or in other words, for commercial transactions. These notes of Canadian paper money will no longer be legal tender for a number of reasons. It will help the Bank of Canada ensure that the bank notes that remain in circulation and are subsequently used by Canadians are: Difficult to…
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Colonial Acres: Answering Your Counterfeit Money Queries
Last updated on June 6th, 2023 at 11:57 amLast Updated on June 6, 2023 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Expert coin and currency collectors usually have no problem spotting fake pieces, but it seems that modern Chinese counterfeiters have set their sights on producing fake Canadian pre-Confederation tokens. A so-called 1852 Quebec Bank one-penny token and an 1843 Nova Scotia half penny were recently listed on eBay. The online marketplace has since pulled the listings down, but that still poses the question of how to recognize fake bills or coin pieces if you’re inexperienced and how to protect yourself from…
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What To Do With Inherited Coins? Part 2
Last updated on October 31st, 2018 at 02:13 amLast Updated on October 31, 2018 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins You inherited some coins and would now like to sell them. When you have coins for sale, you can be taken advantage of if you have no prior experience with the procedures. Unfortunately, there are people in the coin collecting business that will may try to take advantage of you. We’ve already covered some selling tips in Part 1 of this two-part series, so here are some more to keep in mind when selling the coins you’ve inherited safely and for…
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Coin Roll Hunting For Canadian Nickels 101
Last updated on October 14th, 2022 at 08:53 amLast Updated on October 14, 2022 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Coin roll hunting in Canada can turn out to be a both fun and lucrative activity. Is the Canadian nickel worth any money? There are certain coins you’d be wise to keep based on their numismatic and metal value, because coin rolls containing Canadian nickels before a certain date are more valuable due to a higher amount of nickel and because of rarity. Here are coins to be on the lookout for when Canadian coin roll hunting. Coin Roll Hunting Canada:…
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