Last updated on June 26th, 2020 at 02:34 amLast Updated on June 26, 2020 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins The technology that was used to produce printed images reached a new level with lenticular printing. This means that lenticular lenses are used to produce images with the ability to change or move as it is viewed from a different angle. This is exactly how each and every lenticular Canadian 50 cent coin value was produced. They are different not only because of the vibrant colours or how they are produced but also because there are different illustrations on them depicting…
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Archives for November 2018
Finding Unique Canadian Paper Money at Colonial Auctions
Last updated on June 25th, 2020 at 11:20 pmLast Updated on June 25, 2020 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Auctions for coin and paper money collectors are a great opportunity to get a hold of valuable and unique pieces. There are plenty of impressive paper bills that stand out for their design and artistic expression, most of which you can get at these numismatic events. Reoccurring auctions are a common thing at Colonial Acres where you can find plenty of hot-selling collectibles that you simply shouldn’t miss out on. There’s no doubt that you’ll find something to your liking and…
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Pure Silver Gold Plated Superman Sculpture Coin Released
Last updated on June 26th, 2020 at 02:49 amLast Updated on June 26, 2020 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins The Royal Canadian Mint has once again come up with an incredible design that collectors worldwide are raving about. This time, they have exceeded all expectations with the introduction of a gold-plated, silver Superman coin. The world-famous superhero is skilfully carved following the exclusive and original concept by the famous Canadian comic book artist, Jason Fabok. The combination of gold and silver gives the whole piece a rich look and instantly captivates anyone who catches even a glimpse of it. You…
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Unique Canadian Silver Dollar Coins are the Perfect Christmas Gift
Last updated on June 26th, 2020 at 03:23 amLast Updated on June 26, 2020 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins When Christmas time comes along, the question we most often ask ourselves is ‘What to buy as a Christmas gift’. Investing in rare, beautifully crafted silver coins can be one very creative idea. If you go even further and opt to gift someone a Canadian silver dollar, not only will you have bought a valuable keepsake, but you’ll have shown you have great taste at the same time. Read on to learn more about some great gift ideas for Christmas or…
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Canadian Coasts 3 Silver Coin Set from the Mint
Combining the Pacific, Arctic, and Atlantic, Canada is a country with the longest coastline in the world. In order to celebrate such beauty, the Royal Canadian Mint has come up with a lovely set in appreciation of these coasts and the creatures that inhabit them. The 3 coin set consists of square-shaped pieces with different designs and stories about Canadian coasts. All three coins are made out of silver and display some finely-engraved gold-plated images. Read on if you’re interested to know more about the design details for each of the three coins: Pacific Sunset Just as the name of…
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The Royal Canadian Mint Releases Special Silver Dollar Coin
Last updated on June 26th, 2020 at 03:13 amLast Updated on June 26, 2020 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Canadian waters are home to over 50 species of whales. Thankfully, there is a great deal of whale watching sites where you can really appreciate the beauty of these magnificent marine mammals. The Royal Canadian Mint in collaboration with Dave Zachary decided to create a beautiful coin to celebrate these creatures. The result is a unique piece with a soapstone sculpture of a whale’s tail. It has a 50 dollar face value and a wide diameter to hold the carved model….
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Check out the Royal Canadian Mints 2018 Holiday Gift Set
Last updated on July 9th, 2021 at 11:58 amLast Updated on July 9, 2021 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins With Christmas around the corner, you surely want to start thinking about the perfect gift to give to your loved ones. If you are a numismatist and have a couple of friends or family members who happen to love coins, check out what the Royal Canadian Mint has to offer. There are a lot of holiday sets with a perfect selection of coins packaged in beautiful cases. These make for wonderful gifts to give to anyone who owns a few collectibles…
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A Closer Look at the Canadian Journey Paper Money Series 2001-2006
Last updated on June 25th, 2020 at 11:12 pmLast Updated on June 25, 2020 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins This set of paper money, known as ‘Canadian Journey’, was the first to be wholly designed on a computer. In addition to this, it was also the first to illustrate some Canadian citizens of great importance, while one of the notes was proclaimed to be the ‘Bank Note of the Year’. What is also interesting about the set is the fact that the designer made sure that each of the bank notes contains symbols of national pride for Canadians. The $5…
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A Canadian Coin that Resembles Peace and Remembrance
Last updated on April 14th, 2021 at 03:36 amLast Updated on April 14, 2021 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins On November 11, 1918, the bloody and devastating First World War was brought to an end with the signing of the armistice. The joined efforts of the Canadian people in this war was more than remarkable- more than 650,000 men and women served but, unfortunately, over 66,000 ended up paying the ultimate price. After that, Canada signed a Peace Treaty as a separate country, being recognized as an independent nation. All of this means a lot to Canadians and no one…
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Royal Canadian Mint Releases Tyrannosaurus Rex Coin
Last updated on June 26th, 2020 at 03:13 amLast Updated on June 26, 2020 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Can you imagine looking at the design of a coin and simultaneously feeling awe and fear? The Royal Canadian Mint has succeeded in creating a pure silver coin with a realistic engraving of a Tyrannosaurus Rex. This carnivore has its fossils scattered around Canada which has recently sparked the attention of many palaeontologists. They strive to uncover more information about these fascinating animals and their origin. Until then, the coin with the 250 dollar face value celebrates the Tyrannosaurus Rex, the…
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