Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:22 amLast Updated on June 26, 2026 Posted by Are you fascinated by astrology and the fact that each sign is aligned to the stars in the sky? Well, according to millennials, astrology is getting more popular than ever and people are searching for interesting jewellery, different figures or coins with zodiac elements to collect. You can show your interest in astrology by purchasing a new set from the Mint: a 12 coin zodiac set with Swarovski Crystals. Collectibles such as these Canadian silver dollars have never been more elegant-looking and sparkly thanks…
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Celebrating Viola Desmond – Canada’s New $10 Bill
Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:22 amLast Updated on June 26, 2026 Posted by It is no secret that Canadian paper money notes tend to feature prominent individuals from Canadian history. In accordance with such a tradition, the new face on the $10 bill is going to be Viola Desmond. Born in Nova Scotia, Viola Desmond was a famous and prominent fighter for civil rights, and on top of that, a renowned businesswoman. That is exactly why Viola Desmond is the first Canadian woman to be featured on a regular banknote. This came as a very positive surprise…
A Set Fit For Legends – The Viking Ship Coins By The Mint
Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:22 amLast Updated on June 26, 2026 Posted by If you were to take a look at the new coin set from the Mint, you would notice that the story of the Vikings is beautifully featured on all three coins by three talented artists who managed to create a combined Norse artistry. Collectors can visualize the voyages that the Vikings partook in as well as their exploration and settlement in various parts of Canada. All three pieces in this set serve the purpose of re-imagining the arrival of Viking ships in Canada and…
An Incredibly Rare Coin Found By Canadian Collector
Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:22 amLast Updated on June 26, 2026 Posted by There is a newcom onald, a recipient of the 2018 Charles D. Moore Professional Numismatic Award. As Peter McDonald later discovered, the coin carried a mint mark which indicated that it was struck in the city of Dresden by the famous mint master Friedrich Wilhelm o Feral. According to McDonald, it was struck in 1740. The origin of the coin made it valuable by itself, but there was more to it. Extraordinary Finding As soon as the dealer forwarded the pictures to McDonald, he realized…
10 Interesting Things About Paper Money Part 2
Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:22 amLast Updated on June 26, 2026 Posted by When paper money is in question, you may be surprised by how little we actually know about it. We have mentioned several interesting things in the first part and are bringing you part 2 of the list. Paper money, in general, is a wildly interesting topic, so in part two we will be discussing: The largest banknote in the world. A banknote with the largest value. An ATM that does not charge a fee. Replacing the banknotes. How did the dollar get its sign?…
How to Know if Old and Rare Canadian Coins are Valuable
Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:22 amLast Updated on June 26, 2026 Posted by Do you know what makes a coin valuable? Is it worth only what someone is willing to pay for it? The answer would be – no. This is too simple a way to determine the value of a coin. You need to take other things into consideration since the numismatic marketplace is more complex than that. Of course, we all know that if something is not easily acquired, it has greater value- the same is with coins. If you would like to have in…
Scenes of Canada Paper Money from 1969-1979
Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:22 amLast Updated on June 26, 2026 Posted by ‘The Scenes of Canada’ contain 7 pieces and each of them is special in its own way. What makes this particular series exquisite is its colour. It is quite pleasing to just look at this multicoloured series and see how the geometric patterns on them twist and sway around the edges. To learn more about Canadian paper money and this particular series, keep on reading. The $1 note Originally issued in June 1974 and printed by both British American Bank Note Company and Canadian…
Royal Canadian Mint Releases New Coin: 2019 Year of the Pig
Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:22 amLast Updated on June 26, 2026 Posted by As winter days come around, we start feeling festive since we become aware that the holiday season is almos all the plans we made a year ago. In addition to this, we are also trying to find the best presents for our loved ones. In case you have run out of ideas, we are here to help you with that – a particular coin that the Canadian mint has to offer. A coin that celebrates the Year of the Pig The year 2019 is…
Avoid Cleaning your Collector Coins, Here’s Why?
Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:22 amLast Updated on June 26, 2026 Posted by If you collect some of the valuable coins of Canada, then you know that taking good care of them is crucial for their longevity. If you happen to have some very old coins, especially ones which were in circulation, cleaning them is something many believe should be done in order to get rid of all the impurities. But you don’t want to use products or methods of cleaning that might potentially ruin your coins. That is why cleaning your coins is not always advised,…
How a Coin Collecting Hobby can Become a Valuable Investment
Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:22 amLast Updated on June 26, 2026 Posted by Even if coin collecting might just be a hobby of yours, thinking about investing in your collection will turn out to be a solid plan for the future. Whether you wish to pass it down later on or not, investing in something that you’re dedicated to and enjoy doing is always a pleasurable way to profit from. So, look at your hobby as something that will rise in value even more one day and become a great way to invest in your future. Due…
