Last updated on June 11th, 2021 at 01:04 amLast Updated on June 11, 2021 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Collecting coins can be a wonderful hobby that promotes education, history and culture. Whether you’re looking for U.S. 50 State Quarters or Canadian pennies from each year, the hunt to find the coins to fill out your collection can be invigorating and educational. The Royal Canadian Mint offers beautiful collector’s coins each year as a special way to commemorate events and heritage. These four silver coins that feature Canadian animals make a great gift or addition to a coin collection. They’re…
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Archives for May 2021
Fine Silver Coins Celebrates 40 Years for Canadas National Anthem
Whenever there is a national event or just a moment of particular Canadian pride, you are likely to hear the song ‘O Canada,’ the national anthem. This patriotic piece was officially adopted in 1980. So, in 2020, the Royal Canadian Mint released a special coin to commemorate the passage of the National Anthem Act. This beautiful coin could make an excellent addition to any collection. ‘O Canada’ The Canadian national anthem is a patriotic song intended to represent the spirit of the nation. Interestingly, despite 2020 being the 40th anniversary of the song’s official adoption, it is significantly older. In…
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How to Properly Store Your Silver Coins to Avoid Aging
Coin collecting is an exciting hobby and also can be an investment that people enjoy throughout Canada and around the world. It’s easy to see why: collecting coins is exciting, challenging, and maybe even a little addictive. Plus, your coin collection can be a valuable asset that has the potential to deliver big returns on your investment. Of course, to maintain the beauty and value of your collection, it’s important to handle and store your coins properly. The term “mint condition” originated with coin collectors, and a coin’s condition is especially important to valuing the pieces in your collection. Silver…
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Is it Worth Collecting and Saving Canadian Tire Money?
Last updated on July 20th, 2022 at 02:58 amLast Updated on July 20, 2022 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Over the years when you made purchases at a local Canadian Tire store, you would receive coupons in the form of Canadian Tire money redeemable for in-store purchases. Canadian Tire money is recognizable by its bright colours and the popular images of Sandy McTire, the tam-wearing Scotsman. Though the denominations are smaller, it closely resembles Canadian paper money in many respects. At one point, Canadian Tire money was even printed on similar stock. As a Canadian institution since 1958, it is…
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Part 1 : Taking a Look at Some Major Bullion Brands
When buying bullion, many people default to the Royal Canadian Mint or other national mints. However, there are many other brands that offer excellent bullion products, despite being less well known. Colonial Acres Coins carries a wide variety of bullion rounds, bars, coins and more. Our catalogue is the perfect place to find the right bullion for your collection. Why Buy Bullion? For centuries, bullion was the standard for transferring wealth. All coins had a set precious metal content that gave them an intrinsic value beyond being currency. Today, that is no longer the case and nearly all world currencies…
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Varieties of Minting Errors
Generally speaking, Royal Canadian Mint coins are intended to be uniform in size, shape, and appearance. In most cases, that is the end result of the minting process. However, occasionally something goes wrong during the production of coins. Sometimes one shows up that is different from the rest. In some cases, these error coins are not discovered right away and enter circulation with the rest of their mintage. You might think that these coins would be worthless, but in fact, the opposite is true. Because error coins are unique, they are more collectable. Minting errors therefore actually increase a coin’s…
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What is Modernist Jewellery
Some jewellery-making traditions are timeless, likely to continue forever. For example, gold and silver jewellery will probably always be popular, not only because of the value of the materials but for their attractive sparkle. Nevertheless, jewellery goes through fashion trends along with clothing. Because the prevailing ideas and philosophies of the day tend to influence artists, these are often reflected in jewellery trends. As a result, a critical examination of jewellery from a particular era may reveal something about the historical period in which it was created. Modernism occurred roughly during the 1930s through 1970s. Jewellery pieces from this era…
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Newly Discovered Tyrannosaur Immortalized on Collectible Coin
It had been over 50 years since a new species of Tyrannosaur had been discovered in Canada, but in 2020, the Thanatotheristes degrootorum was formally unveiled. The discovery has already provided researchers with new insights into the evolution of the Tyrannosaur family. This year, the Royal Canadian Mint celebrates the new find with a commemorative coin featuring the “Reaper of Death,” which is the translation of the scientific name given to the prehistoric predator. Colonial Acres is excited to share this coin with collectors. How Was the New Dinosaur Discovered? The remains of the new tyrannosaur species were first discovered…
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Looking at the Appeal of Coin Mintage
While most people interested in coin collecting understand the definition and value of mintage, those just getting their feet wet may be unfamiliar with the industry’s terms and jargon. A coin’s mintage can make or break its value, and this value may determine whether the collector will want it — and possibly how many collectors may be competing to acquire it. Let’s take a closer look at mintage to understand why coin collectors are so interested in this numerical aspect of the collection process. What Is Mintage? Mintage, simply put, refers to the number of coins produced. We all understand…
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Lock in Memories With First Strikes: 2021 Special Wrap Collection
First strikes are your ticket to meaningful coin collecting. Whether you are a new or established coin collector, 2021 is the right time to invest. These small treasures embody the culture and history of the time, locking in nostalgia for years to come. Pristinely preserved collectible coins start in the same place: first strike coin rolls, with every coin’s artistic details sealed in to last a lifetime. The Proof Is in the Premium Wrapping Each year that passes by brings many new experiences. This is true for all Canadians, and the reminder of every year’s uniqueness is emblazoned on the…
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