Last updated on July 23rd, 2025 at 08:23 amLast Updated on July 23, 2025 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins The year 2020 marks the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II in 1945. The Second World War was one of the most significant and deadly conflicts in recorded history. The Royal Canadian Mint is commemorating the end of WWII and celebrating Canada’s contribution to the victory with $2 coin rolls recreating the design of the famous Victory Nickel, now in vibrant colour. Sacrifices on the Homefront The efforts on the homefront were as significant to the eventual victory…
Archives for October 2020
Arctic Celebration: New Coin Crafted From Nunavut-Sourced Gold
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:34 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins As part of a proud cultural event, Royal Canadian Mint coins now include a new, stand-alone collector’s item, An Inuk and a Qulliq, made of pure Nunavut gold. Never before has the mint struck a coin on a 1/20 oz. gold blank, but this art piece was created to honour the Golden Celebration of Arctic Culture and Natural Resources. This is a unique Arctic design, from its metal content to its beautiful artwork. Customers will appreciate the quality and detail and…
Floral Emblems of Canada Set Next Coin Features Flower of PEI
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:34 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins The Royal Canadian Mint has released the newest coin in the Floral Emblems of Canada series. It features the provincial flower of Prince Edward Island, the pink lady’s slipper. Like the other coins in the series, this design mimics the look of vintage jewellery with its Victorian-style portrait of the flower surrounded by a detailed border in a matte proof finish. Brief History of Prince Edward Island Known as “Abegweit” in the Mi’kmaq language, Prince Edward Island became a British colony…
Selling Gold and Silver While the Market is Hot
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:34 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Precious metals sales are strong despite troubled markets in other areas. If you have estate jewellery that you don’t use, this is an ideal time to capitalize on favourable market conditions. At Colonial Acres, we can evaluate and appraise your items to help ensure you get the maximum return on your old or broken chains, rings and other precious metal pieces. Market Atmosphere You have probably seen the billboards along the road and commercials for companies offering to buy your unwanted…
Special Coin Set that Salutes the Canadian Navy During WWII
Last updated on August 26th, 2025 at 10:55 amLast Updated on August 26, 2025 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins For almost 30 years, Colonial Acres has been proud to offer collectors and investors the finest in Canadian proof coin sets. To honour the 75th anniversary of VE-Day, we are pleased to present a truly exceptional coin set as a special reminder of the Royal Canadian Navy’s role in fighting for freedom. This beautiful series is the perfect addition for every collector, as it showcases the heritage of this country’s military through exceptional detail and quality. The Proud Heritage of the…
Changes in the Tax Treatment On Numismatic Coins
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:34 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins In September 2020, the Royal Canadian Mint announced some changes to the way numismatic coins are treated for tax purposes. These changes only affect a subset of coins, particularly those with substantial embellishments beyond a typical coin. Understanding the new treatment and how it affects your numismatic purchases can help you be better prepared for the future of coin collection. What Has Changed? Per the announcement, starting September 28, 2020, the RCM began considering some numismatic coins to be no longer…
Silver Bullion Prices Surge in 2020
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:34 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Silver investors in Canada have been purchasing the metal at an increasing rate in 2020, with price surges quickly outpacing that of gold. As a result of these increases, the often large gold-silver price ratio is narrowing. The price surge can be attributed to a variety of factors including the COVID-19 pandemic and an increase of generalist investor interest in the precious metals market. Despite the surge, experts estimate that silver is still undervalued compared with gold and now could be…
Looking For The Perfect Jewellery Pieces For The Men In Your Life?
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:34 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins The word “jewellery” has a strong association with women, which misleads many into assuming these fashion pieces are only feminine. In fact, tie clips, shirt studs, cufflinks, lapel pins, and even watches are all examples of traditional jewellery for men, but because they are associated with male fashion, people may not think of them as jewellery. In the past, choices for men’s jewellery in Canada were largely limited to these more masculine pieces, although rings, particularly wedding bands, were also acceptable….
Imposing Icons Coin Set: Embracing Canada’s Diverse Wildlife and Natural Beauty
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:34 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins The beauty and majesty of Canada are found in its awe-inspiring landscapes, but the rare glimpse of meandering wildlife also speaks to the spirit of the untamed wilderness. The 50 mm diameter, 2 oz, pure silver coins that make up the Imposing Icons series are a celebration of the natural serenity and uniqueness of the Canadian outdoors. The coins feature exquisitely engraved backdrops for the colour animal portraits that take centre stage. Unlike other animal collections that feature a side view…
