Last updated on April 15th, 2020 at 07:29 amLast Updated on April 15, 2020 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Born on May 24, 1819, Victoria became queen at age 18 after the death of her uncle William IV on June 20, 1837. She immediately became popular. After her coronation on June 28, 1838, Victoria’s popularity continued to grow because of her full participation in court balls and other types of royal events. She had a deep interest in colonialism, which earmarked a new era not only for the monarchy but also for the development and expansion of British colonies. In…
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Archives for July 2019
Risks of Investing in Silver Bullion
Last updated on August 13th, 2019 at 04:43 amLast Updated on August 13, 2019 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins When individuals decide to get involved in investing, they must be prepared to face the risks involved. While many persons are aware of the risks, they nonetheless are willing to take the chance. For years, the general thought for many is that it’s safe to invest in gold and silver bullion. Why? They believe that these will not depreciate in value regardless of what’s happening to the economy. However, while there are no foolproof investments, investing in gold and silver is…
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A Massive Coin Hunt is on in the US!
Last updated on August 16th, 2019 at 12:35 pmLast Updated on August 16, 2019 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins For the annual Nationwide Coin Week this year, top collectors and coin dealers will be celebrating a massive first of its kind coin hunt. Dubbed the “Great American Coin Hunt’, coin dealers will release into circulation thousands of collectible outdated coins. Firstly, a private dealer has revealed that coin dealers from around the country are planning to have collectible coins in circulation. The planned event is called the “Great America Coin Hunt” by Rob Oberth. According to Oberth, dealers will be…
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Golden Gift of Friendship – Pure Silver Gold Plated Coin with Pandas
Last updated on June 25th, 2020 at 11:22 pmLast Updated on June 25, 2020 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Friendship is a wonderful part of the human experience. When people find common interests and simply bond with others, emotional and psychological benefits are immeasurable. Friends indicate their affection for each other through many means. One such method is gift-giving. But sometimes it can be difficult to find that perfect gift for a friend. Silver bullion coins make perfect friendship tokens and Royal Canadian Mint has successfully crafted the perfect coin for this purpose. For the coin, they have managed to…
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Keeping Your Canadian Paper Money Preserved for Years
Last updated on June 26th, 2020 at 02:34 amLast Updated on June 26, 2020 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Many individuals engaged in the fascinating hobby of collecting paper money, are aware of the delicacies and how quickly they can deteriorate over time. Mishandling, fading, fungus, insect damage and foxing (paper turning yellow) can really cause your paper money collection to deteriorate quickly. If you are a collector of paper money, there are steps you can take to prevent them from deteriorating. Here are some tips on how you can maintain your hobby and keep your precious Canadian paper money…
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Heading to Your First Coin Show? Here’s What to Expect!
Last updated on June 26th, 2020 at 02:30 amLast Updated on June 26, 2020 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins When an avid coin collector walks into a coin show, magic happens. They are dazzled by rows upon rows of displays, showing the most unique and precious souvenirs in the country. But this environment can also be overwhelming for first-time attendees or budding coin enthusiasts. Coin shows are held around the country and the US. Canadian coin dealers turn up prepared to wow prospective customers with their impressive collections. If you are a fan of these valuable collectibles, then you should…
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Have You Ever Wondered Why It’s Called A Dollar?
Last updated on August 8th, 2019 at 01:16 pmLast Updated on August 8, 2019 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Money is often taken for granted, even though it is used every day and facilitates much of the activities that occur around the world. But there is more to this medium of exchange than meets the eye. Canadian mint coins and paper currencies, for example, all fall under the umbrella name Canadian dollar. Have you ever wondered how the term ‘dollar’ came into being though? To find the answer, you’d have to take a journey through the disciplines of etymology and…
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First-Ever! Eternal Blessings Pysanka Egg Shaped Pure Gold Coin
Last updated on June 25th, 2020 at 11:18 pmLast Updated on June 25, 2020 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins History is filled with records of firsts – the first man to land on the moon, the first to circumnavigate the earth and the list goes on. Royal Canadian Mint has joined these lists of firsts with the production of their first coin designed to honour a Ukrainian staple symbol that has evolved to become a world favourite, the Pysanka egg. This gem, a true representation of the connection shared between Canada and Ukraine, is a must-have for any avid collector…
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Beautiful Canadian Coin Features Queen Elizabeth Rose Blossoms
Last updated on June 25th, 2020 at 11:03 pmLast Updated on June 25, 2020 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins The strength, beauty and sheer elegance of the Rosa ‘Queen Elizabeth’ have wowed garden lovers since its 1957 introduction. Today, sixty-five years later, expert designers and producers of Canadian coins have taken this magnificence a step further by replicating its beauty on a coin celebrating Queen Elizabeth’s rose. The coin’s stunning design combined two precious metals in order to create an impressive souvenir. A Closer Look at the Rosa Queen Elizabeth Rosa Queen Elizabeth is a long-stemmed flower that grows to…
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75th Anniversary of D-Day – Special Edition Silver Dollar Proof Set
Last updated on August 8th, 2019 at 01:47 amLast Updated on August 8, 2019 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Brave Canadian soldiers sacrificed all they had on the battlefields so that Canada and the world can experience freedom today. It is only fitting that these heroes and their sacrifices be acknowledged and lauded by future generations. They deserve to remain permanently etched in the memory of mankind forever. This is the primary motivation behind Royal Canadian Mint’s production of a set of Canadian silver coins commemorating the 75th anniversary of D-Day. A Remarkable Moment in History D-Day is a very…
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