Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmAnswering Common Questions About Canadian Money: Part 1 Money is something that is part of everyone’s life. For some people, it is purely utilitarian: A necessity needed to conduct daily activities and fulfill basic needs and occasional wants. Other people take a specific interest in collecting coins or Canadian paper money with some significance and value. Have you ever wondered about where the money comes from and why it looks the way it does? If so, you are not alone. Here is the first part of a two-part series in which we…
Collecting Coins Related to Hockey Canadas Favourite Sport
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmCollecting Coins Related to Hockey Canada’s Favourite Sport When people think about Canada, what comes to mind? For some, it might be a maple leaf. For others, it might be the beaver or a moose. Canada is known for maple syrup, politeness and nature. But the one thing that might be quintessentially Canadian is ice hockey. Golfer Mike Weir said, “Canada is hockey.” Even athletes from other sports understand that the country’s most prominent activity is hockey. If you love hockey and want to commemorate your joy in the sport, try coin…
The History Behind Why Canadians Celebrate Victoria Day
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmThe History of Victoria Day Canada has been an independent nation since the passage of the British North America Act in 1867. However, Canadians have long recognized their historic ties to the British Empire, which reached its pinnacle under Britain’s second-longest reigning monarch, Queen Victoria. May 24th has been designated as Victoria Day (Fête de la Reine in Quebec) and has been a federal holiday for seventy years. Like Memorial Day in the States, it marks the beginning of summer in the Dominion. In addition to parades, fireworks and gun salutes, the Royal…
Great Britain Myths and Legends Coin Series
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmThe Royal Canadian Mint is not the only one that produces collectable coins in honour of its country’s history and heritage. The Royal Mint in Great Britain also produces collectable coins in series that follow common themes. The Myths and Legends series began in 2022 with three silver coins featuring characters from the legend of Robin Hood. The legend of Robin Hood dates back to the Middle Ages and is one of Great Britain’s most enduring folk stories. There are many different versions of the story, which was first told in ballads…
Queen of Canadian Paper Money
Last updated on October 25th, 2024 at 08:16 amQueen Elizabeth II is the longest-reigning British monarch in Canadian history. In 2015, she broke the previous record set by Queen Victoria, her great-great-grandmother. Throughout her reign, and in fact, even before she became queen, her portrait has been prominent on Canada paper money. As the queen has aged, her portraits on Canadian banknotes have been updated to reflect her maturity. There are some remarkable stories about the Queen’s portraits on Canada’s paper money. What Denomination Does the Queen’s Portrait Appear on? Altogether, the Queen’s portrait has appeared on 18 different designs…
What Canadian Nickels are Worth Money?
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmWhich Canadian Nickels Are Worth Money? The 5-cent coin has existed in Canada in one form or another for over 160 years. Since the Canadian penny was discontinued in 2013, the nickel has been the smallest denomination of Canadian coins. It is only since the 20th century that the Canadian 5-cent coin has been known as the nickel since it was originally made from other materials. Generally speaking, a Canadian nickel is only worth five cents, but changes in the price of nickel, events in world history, and variations in minting have…
Camping Season is Here! Discover Coins that Feature the Great Outdoors
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmIf you are lucky enough to live in a climate with four seasons, you understand how it feels when the season of spring comes. There are more than enough activities to enjoy during the cold winters but nothing feels better than consistent warm days with plenty of sunshine. Camping is a well loved experience many families participate in and is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors. Other activities that people enjoy throughout the year involving the outdoors are hiking, birdwatching, swimming and playing sports. From 2013 to 2017, the Royal…
What are Trade Dollar Tokens?
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmExplore 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 where they circulate. The value of a token depends on many…
A Canadian Celebration of Courage: 2022 Moments to Hold Coin Series
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmThe 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 from this year that Canadians can take pride in. Some of…
New Minting Technology: 2021 R&D Security Test Token Set
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:31 pmCounterfeiting 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 six Canadian tokens developed and used for testing at the Royal…
