Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Explore Canadian Trade Dollar Tokens This year has been an exciting one so far in the world of coin collecting, both here in Canada and around the world. Among the many Canadian coins for sale are various trade dollar tokens. Trade dollar tokens are coin-like mementos that can be exchanged at local shops for face value, just as you would use a monetary coin or bill. They are usually issued by municipal governments or sponsored by non-profit organizations in the area…
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A Canadian Celebration of Courage: 2022 Moments to Hold Coin Series
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins The Royal Canadian Mint frequently releases Canadian coin series to commemorate special moments and important events from Canada’s history. This year the Mint is offering a special series dedicated to courage. The series is called, “2022 Moments to Hold.” This subscription series offers silver coins for collectors and history buffs. Here are some details about this iconic series of coins from the Mint. Background of the Royal Canadian Mint Series The coin series for the “2022 Moments to Hold” includes events…
New Minting Technology: 2021 R&D Security Test Token Set
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Counterfeiting coins has become a significant problem in Canada, with counterfeit toonies even showing up in rolls of coins obtained from banks. The Royal Canadian Mint is working in its Research and Development facility to create coins that have extra security features to resist replication. The new collector’s set of R&D test tokens allows you a glimpse behind the scenes at what the coins of the future could look like. What Exactly Is Included in the Set? The set consists of…
Were the Canadian Half Penny Tokens Considered Coins?
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmLast Updated on May 2, 2024 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins In the 18th and 19th centuries, Canada was a colony of Great Britain. For some period of time, the territory was divided into two districts, Upper Canada and Lower Canada, along with the maritime colonies, now provinces. These districts had different ways to issue coins and money to the colonists living there, including providing colonial tokens. Since the British government didn’t supply enough materials for coins to the provinces, banks and private companies started issuing their own substitutes for coins in…
