Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:16 amLast Updated on June 26, 2026 Posted by Lower Canada tokens were used as currency for a relatively short time, less than 10 years altogether. Nevertheless, they had a significant role to play in Canadian history. The Bouquet Sou was a denomination of tokens that was worth approximately a half-cent. Its design went through several alterations in response to changes in politics and society. Bouquet Sous are readily available today, yet can be worth a lot more than they were in the 1830s when they were in circulation. History of the Bouquet…
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Get Into the Halloween Spirit With These Coins to Collect
Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:16 amLast Updated on June 26, 2026 Posted by Vincent Price once said, “it’s as much fun to scare as to be scared.” Almost everyone loves October. The weather is pleasant, not too hot nor too cold. Pumpkin spices, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves, linger in the air. Football season keeps us busy. And the end of the month culminates in a huge celebration with lots of candy and costumes. Halloween has to be one of the most anticipated holidays of the year. Combine your love of Halloween and coins with these collector’s items…
Coin Collecting: Resources that Aid in Numismatic Research
Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:16 amLast Updated on June 26, 2026 Posted by Coin Collecting: Resources that Aid in Numismatic Research Coin collecting often starts out informally. Maybe you get a set of coins for your 10th birthday, which leads you to collect coins from each year afterward. You inherit a collection from grandpa and suddenly get interested in understanding the history of the coins. A good coin collection includes other resources that provide contex tual information for the coins. Scott Douglas is a prime example of a collector who didn’t stop with coins. He started collecting…
Canadian Coins Make the Perfect Long Lasting Christmas Gift
Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:16 amLast Updated on June 26, 2026 Posted by Christmas is right around the corner. What kind of shopper are you? If you’re the person who starts early to select the perfect gift, Canadian coins might be what you are looking for. If you’re the one who doesn’t think about gifts until Christmas Eve, let this year be an exception. Tell yourself it’s almost Christmas. You have to buckle down to go shopping to get the best presents now. The Royal Canadian Mint has some great ideas for Christmas for memories that will…
Canadian Coins Featuring the Iconic Oscar Peterson
Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:16 amLast Updated on June 26, 2026 Posted by Canadian Coins Featuring the Iconic Oscar Peterson Duke Ellington called him the “Maharaja of the Keyboard.” He won seven Grammys and a lifetime achievement award from the organization. It would take another page or two to list hi s other awards, which include a UNESCO Music Prize, honorary degrees from more than 10 universities and multiple awards for pianist of the year, and others. Who is this paragon of the piano? It’s Oscar Peterson, noted jazz pianist and composer. Louis Armstrong called Peterson “the…
2023 $15 Lunar Year of the Rabbit Fine Silver Coin
Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:16 amLast Updated on June 26, 2026 Posted by The Chinese Zodiac is a 12-year astrological cycle, with each year represented by a different animal. The Royal Canadian Mint started a series of commemorative coins celebrating the Chinese Zodiac starting in 2022, the Year of the Tiger. The series continues with a 2023 coin for the Year of the Rabbit. What Is the Significance of the Rabbit in the Chinese Zodiac? According to the story, the Jade Emperor invited the animals to his palace for a party. He told them that the order…
5 Popular Vintage Bracelet Styles
Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:16 amLast Updated on June 26, 2026 Posted by Fashion is cyclical, which is why vintage jewellery is such an investment — old trends are bound to come back into style, and when they do, you’ll have a unique piece to show off. Lovers of historical jewelry may be especially intrigued by bracelets, which come in hundreds of styles with rich roots in ancient traditions. Which ones should you check out? Here are our top five bracelet styles for vintage fashionistas. 1. Gemstone Bracelets The origin of gemstone bracelets is unknown, as the…
