Celebrate Canada Day With These Coins to Collect On July 1, Canada turns 155 years old. Canada Day is not just a day off from work to light sparklers and enjoy a picnic. Canada Day is a day to reflect on the past and remember where we’ve been and think about the future to know where we’re going. One great way to celebrate Canada is coin collecting. Keeping coins that recall what makes Canada great is a fun way to honour different holidays and events. Here are five coin sets that would make excellent gifts for everyone in your family…
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Archives for June 2022
5 Anniversary Coin Rolls that Celebrate Canadian Moments
Last Updated on June 29, 2022 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Canada has been a federation for over 150 years, and its history goes back even further than that. During that time, it has experienced some significant events and made great contributions to the betterment of the world. The Royal Canadian Mint produces coins that commemorate some of these watershed moments in our shared history. Purchasing Canadian coin rolls is a good way to collect them. Here are five coin rolls and coin roll sets that celebrate significant moments in Canadian history. 1. Canada’s 150th Anniversary The year 2017 marked…
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Answering Common Questions About Canadian Money: Part 2
Answering Common Questions About Canadian Money: Part 2 We recently published a blog post answering common questions that people have about Canada’s paper money and Canadian coins. This post is a continuation of the previous one in which we answer some additional specific questions about what our money is made of, what it looks like, and how we use it. Why Is Canada Paper Money Made Out of Plastic? Plastic banknotes are a relatively new innovation. Just over ten years ago, they were a type of paper made of cotton. The Canadian Banknote Company switched to a synthetic polymer in…
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Coin Collecting Themes: Summertime in Canada
Last updated on June 29th, 2022 at 11:15 amLast Updated on June 29, 2022 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins Winter may have the most popular Canadian sports, but summer is the prime season in Canada. Coin collecting is a great way to celebrate what you enjoy most about the summer months. Start a themed coin collection or give a gift that commemorates a special experience to someone you love by choosing one of these stunning coins that focus on what’s great about Canada. 2010 Canada $20 Maple Leaf Crystal Raindrop The maple leaf is probably the most recognizable symbol of…
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2022 Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Diadem Fine Silver $20 Coin
Queen Elizabeth II joined an elite group of monarchs in 2022 when she celebrated her Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years of service on Britain’s throne. It’s been a special year for the Queen. The Royal Canadian Mint honoured Her Majesty with a special $20-coin. Only four other monarchs have ever celebrated that anniversary, Louis XIV of France, Johann II, Prince of Liechtenstein, Sobhuza II of Swaziland and Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand. What Makes This Coin Special? As with every Canadian coin, the obverse of the coin features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. It’s the reverse of the coin that…
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Check Out The SilverTowne Pony Express Silver Bullion Bar
Check Out the Pony Express Silver Bullion Bar From SilverTowne Silver bullion is a way to add tangible assets to your investment portfolio. You do not need to purchase only Canadian bullion if you are Canadian. Bullion is available for purchase from any country, including the United States. Bullion comes in several different forms, including coins and bars. Even amongst silver bullion bars, there are many variations. For example, the bars come in different sizes and weights. Some are cast, while others are machine stamped. Even if you are primarily collecting silver bullion for its investment value, the aesthetics of…
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Introducing The Bigger Picture Pure Silver Six-Coin Series
Introducing the Bigger Picture Six-Coin Set From the Royal Canadian Mint Starting in 2015, the Royal Canadian Mint produced and sold a “Big Coin” set. It featured all the designs found on the six denominations of Canadian coinage, but the diameter had been increased to 65 millimetres. The silver coins each weighed five ounces. This allowed collectors to get a better look at the designs that grace the reverse of Canadian coins. Further sets followed each year through 2019. The Big Coin set proved to be remarkably popular, and in 2022, the Royal Canadian Mint is following up its previous…
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Jewellery Trends From The 2000’s
7 Jewellery Trends from the 2000s Fashions tend to follow 20-year cycles. Therefore, trends that were popular in the year 2000, also known as Y2K, are just beginning to see a nostalgic comeback. At Colonial Acres Coins, we offer many examples of estate jewellery. We encourage you to shop with us for fun and interesting pieces from the first decade of the 21st century, also known as the Aughts. Here is a guide to help you know exactly what you are looking for. 1. Colourful, Candy-Inspired Pieces In the 1990s, candy necklaces were popular amongst children and young teens. By…
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The History of Bank Of Montreal Paper Money
The Bank of Montreal stands as the Canadian colonies’ first successful creation of standardized currency. In Canada, paper money revolutionized commerce and trade by allowing for a transparent and efficient way to measure the value of goods and services. Read more below about the history of the barter system, why the Bank of Montreal was created, and how Colonial Acres helps collectors build an even more unique portfolio of historical currency. The Barter System and Its Limitations During the days of European explorers’ first contact with the Indigenous tribes of Canada, and during their interactions with other international explorers, commerce…
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2022 $30 Multifaceted Animal Family Bald Eagles Silver Coin
Last Updated on June 16, 2022 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins 2022 $30 Multifaceted Animal Family Bald Eagles Silver Coin Canada is home to some magnificent forms of wildlife, and the bald eagle is one of the most majestic. Though often associated with the United States, which claims it as its national bird, the bald eagle is also native to Canada and important to its ecosystem. Therefore, it makes sense that the Royal Canadian Mint has produced a coin to celebrate these fascinating raptors. The $30 Animal Family Bald Eagles coin depicts an aspect of the birds’ lives that most…
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