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Archives for December 2018

What Does the Future Hold for Paper Money?

December 14, 2018 by Colonial Acres Coins

Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins The concept of money has existed in many forms over the course of human history. We use it today for a number of different purposes, among which are the most basic essentials such as food and shelter and this is precisely the reason why it has great value for us. Naturally, as time and technology advances, the forms of money also change. People are starting to rely more and more on the electronic form specifically, which is, to be honest, quite…

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A Look at the Royal Canadian Mint’s Armistice Poppy Gold Coin

December 7, 2018 by Colonial Acres Coins

Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins If you take a closer look at any Canadian coin, you’ll notice a common trait that all of them share – they all strike a feeling of awe when you see them for the first time. Every single one of these coins, no matter how rare, old or valuable it may be, holds a very special symbol that gives it meaning. On some pieces it is an animal, on others, it may be a person or event and some even have…

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A Perfect Stocking Stuffer – 3D Snowball Fight 50 Cent Coin

December 4, 2018 by Colonial Acres Coins

Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins With winter holidays fast approaching, you might be wondering what would be the perfect gift for a loved one. You want something special that’s going to surprise and delight the recipient no matter their age. Well, there’s one gift idea for the holidays that is sure to thrill anyone: the 3D Snowball Fight coin. This Canadian coin features a wonderful depiction of children in high spirits playing in the snow. It is truly a perfect stocking stuffer and something to display…

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The Bumble Bee and the Bloom: Rare Canadian Coin with Ingenious Design

December 3, 2018 by Colonial Acres Coins

Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Are you searching for an innovative and rare Canadian coin to add to your collection? Maybe you wish to display a coin that will wow almost anyone who happens to catch a glimpse of it. Well, the Royal Canadian Mint has come up with an interactive coin that actually changes its appearance when tilted. It is the Bumble Bee and the Bloom silver coin with an ingenious design. This unique piece features the gold-plated bee on a rose gold-plated flower. The…

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Royal Canadian Mint Releases Coins to Honour SS Princess Sophia Victims

December 3, 2018 by Colonial Acres Coins

Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Throughout history, there have been many events we should always remember. Some of them brought joy, like tearing down the Berlin Wall, while others are mentioned even today as the greatest tragedies of all time. One of them happens to be the sinking of the Princess Sophia. This was a dreadful event during which many lives were lost with no reported survivors. In the honour of the Princess Sophia and the people who died on it, the Royal Canadian Mint has…

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Royal Canadian Mint Celebrates 110th Year with new Silver Coin

December 3, 2018 by Colonial Acres Coins

Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins For 110 years, the Royal Canadian Mint has been providing beautiful commemorative coins for all passionate Canadian numismatists. There’s a wide variety of rare, old and valuable coins skilfully designed by talented artists and then carefully minted by the Royal Canadian Mint. The Mint has a long and turbulent history, from its humble beginnings as a mere refinery, through a lot of milestones, and today continuously sets standards for other minting facilities to follow. With the introduction of a silver coin…

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NHL Original Six Series: Doug Gilmour Pure Silver Coin

December 3, 2018 by Colonial Acres Coins

Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Canadian hockey teams can brag about many extraordinary players, both past and present. Not only do players captivate our imaginations, but they also earn their place in the Hockey Hall of Fame because of their amazing skills. One such player is Doug Gilmour – winner of countless trophies and amassing 1,414 points during a career that lasted 20 years. In order to honour him, the Royal Canadian Mint has made a coin that features Doug’s image. Read on to learn more…

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Helpful Hints to Grow Your Canadian Paper Money Collection

December 3, 2018 by Colonial Acres Coins

Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Are you fond of collecting Canadian paper money, but aren’t exactly sure where to find great specimens to add to your collection? Well, many collectors out there are wondering the same thing. This hobby has proven to be a great way to preserve valuable items that can be studied by others in the future, which is why collectors are very important. People can learn a lot about a country’s history solely by its paper money and that is why collections can…

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Big Coin Series – Pure Silver Canadian Dollar

December 3, 2018 by Colonial Acres Coins

Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins If you would like to enrich your coin collection with a symbol of Canadian spirit, this Canadian silver dollar is exactly what you are looking for. Of course, this can also be a nice present if you know a numismatist who is also a patriot. What is particularly interesting about this coin is the fact that it can also be had as a part of the Big Coin Series. There are six coins at your disposal and each of them has…

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