Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmAlexander Graham Bell truly transformed communication and the audio capabilities we still use today. His invention of the telephone and refining of the phonograph paved the way for millions of people to speak and hear each other across time and space. He also made future inventions possible, such as the radio, earphones, and record players. The circumstances of his early life were unique, spurring him on toward the person he eventually became. The Royal Canadian Mint has chosen to honour him with a special edition proof set to celebrate 175 years since…
Canadian Coins Featuring Underwater Life in Canada
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmCanada is home to more lakes and ponds than any other country in the world. Water borders many of Canada’s provinces, from rivers and streams to lakes and oceans. Water is important to our economy. Canadians canoe and fish when the weather permits. Ice skating and hockey are popular winter sports around water. The love of water is ingrained into our very nature. Here are six sets of coins from the Royal Canadian Mint that highlight water creatures. Celebrating Underwater Life in Canada From the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean and…
A Look at Some Royal Canadian Mint Coins Featuring the Majestic Bison
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmStrong, powerful, imposing, significant, and majestic are just a few of the adjectives typically used to describe the bison. The largest and heaviest land animal in Canada, the bison is sometimes referred to as “buffalo,” but this is a misnomer as true buffalo species only live in Asia and Africa. The bison plays a vital role in Canadian geography, history, and culture. The Royal Canadian Mint has acknowledged its contribution in the past with multiple commemorative coins featuring its likeness. In 2022, it honours the bison further with a new $30 coin…
5 Common Gemstones for Vintage Rings
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmA gemstone is a naturally occurring mineral that is considered precious or semi-precious for its rarity and beauty when cut and polished. Certain gemstones have been valued for many centuries, meaning that they are also common in vintage jewellery. Take a look at five of the most popular gemstones used in vintage rings. Each is a birthstone representing a specific month of the year, supposedly granting good fortune to those born in that month. However, that doesn’t mean that only people born during that month of the year can wear them. 1….
Learn More About the Royal Canadian Mints New Coin Featuring the Ghost Ship
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmNew Commemorative Coin Features Legendary Ghost Ship For at least 100 years, people in the Maritime Provinces along Canada’s Atlantic coast have reported seeing a mysterious apparition out on the water. People report seeing a sailing ship with three or four masts. The sails, and sometimes the entire ship, appear to be on fire. Most sightings occur off the shore of Northumberland and in Chaleur Bay. When people have sailed out to aid what appears to be a ship in distress, it seems to vanish. Many stories have developed in an attempt…
How Were the Upper Canada Copper Tokens Used in History?
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmLiving in the 1800s would be quite the experience for modern-day people. On a daily basis, you would face zero modern conveniences, lots of manual labour, and exposure to the elements. Life for merchants, farmers, bankers, and traders was also tricky, in that there was no set monetary standard for buying and selling. People would barter, coin their own money, or use any number of national, tribal, and international currencies to try and buy goods. The Upper Canada Bank Token was an attempted solution to this problem. An English explorer named John…
Visions Of Canada Silver Coin Released in 2022
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmIntroducing the 2022 Visions of Canada Silver Coin Canada is a vast nation with a varied landscape. Wherever you travel in the country, whatever the season, you can see breathtaking vistas. The rich variety of landscapes is part of what makes Canada special and unique, but it presented a challenge to the Royal Canadian Mint when it set out to create a coin that celebrates the nation’s rich biodiversity. The RCM found an artist that could meet the challenge in Canadian artist Claire Watson, and the result was the Visions of Canada…
How Is A Canadian Coin Minted?
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmCommemorative Canadian Coins: How Are They Made? The Royal Canadian Mint is renowned worldwide as a reputable producer of quality engravings and technical coin designs. The process by which these Canadian coins are minted is also one-of-a-kind. From considering ideas collectors will want to invest in and hiring expert designers to paying special attention to detail during the minting process, the mint produces truly long-lasting and unique coins. Generating Ideas for the Coin The process often begins with determining what story or theme the coin represents. Some of the popular themes among…
Helpful Guide to Determine if Your Vintage Jewellery is Authentic
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmHelpful Guide for Authenticating Vintage Jewellery Many people misunderstand what vintage jewellery is. It refers to a piece that is more than 20 years old and less than 100. This means that there are many different types of vintage jewellery with different values. For example, vintage costume jewellery brooches obviously wouldn’t be worth as much as vintage fine jewellery. Modern jewellery often takes inspiration for its designs from styles that were popular in the past. Therefore, it can be difficult to tell whether a piece is truly vintage or is a copy…
Find All the Coin Collecting Supplies You Need at Colonial Acres
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pm4 Must-have Coin Collecting Supplies at Colonial Acres Serious coin collectors know that this hobby is not just about finding the perfect coin. It’s also about keeping your coins safe, beautifully displayed, free of fingerprints, and having the right tools to inspect and appreciate them. When searching for coin collecting supplies near me, make sure your list includes coin albums, soft cotton gloves, magnifying glasses, and tweezers or coin tongs. Read more below to explore the benefits of each of these must-have collector’s supplies. 1. Coin Albums and Pages These are very…
