Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmIn 1986 the Canadian government decided to replace the one dollar banknote with a new one dollar coin. This was not a particularly popular decision with the general public. There were a number of reasons for replacing the note with a coin but the predominant reason given by the government was that the notes only lasted a couple of years in circulation. Constantly replacing worn out one dollar notes was costly, however one dollar coins could last a couple of decades and save the country millions of dollars in printing costs. Once…
Royal Canadian Mint: New Featured Coin Artist Peter McKinnon
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmThe Royal Canadian Mint is well known for showcasing Canadian creative talent and has worked with a number of highly skilled artists, illustrators and photographers over the years to produce some of their most unique and collectable coins. The Mint’s latest collaboration is with star photographer and video blogger Peter McKinnon, who has produced an innovative two-coin series featuring two of Canada’s most famous landscapes, Moraine Lake and Mount Rundle. Spectacular Shots of Moraine Lake and Mount Rundle Moraine Lake, in Banff National Park in Alberta, is one of Canada’s most iconic…
Special Roll Collection Includes Classic Canadian 25-Cent Coin
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmThe 2019 Special Wrap Roll Collection: First Strikes Every coin in the First Strike collection is one of the first 2019-dated Canadian circulation coins struck at the Mint facility in Winnipeg. Each of the uncirculated versions of the five denominations, including the classic Canadian 25-cent coin, comes in a special wrap roll that is rolled in a premium wrapper and sealed with a holographic label, a special touch introduced in 2019. The Five Designs Each design on the five denominations of Canadian coins was carefully chosen to represent Canada and a facet…
The Rich History of Coin Collecting
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmCoin collecting is one of the oldest hobbies on record. Coins as currency have been around for centuries and in Europe, it is not uncommon to find coins that date back to Roman times. But even more interesting than that is the fact that coin collecting also dates as far back as Roman times. Rome’s first emperor, Augustus, recognized the value of collecting rare and interesting coins and owned a collection of coins depicting the greatest generals of the classical world. The Italian poet Petrarch collected coins on his travels and…
What is Silver Bullion? Finding Coins at Colonial
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmOld western movies, heist films, and cartoons have all helped cement the image in our minds of bullion being bars of gold or silver. But in fact, bullion refers to precious metals in bulk and valued by weight, regardless of the shape or size. If you plan to invest in gold or silver bullion coins it is important to understand exactly what you are buying because it can take various forms and you may not end up with a large pile of pure silver bars. Types of silver bullion There are…
Compelling Reasons to Invest in Silver Bullion
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmInvestors like to spread their risk and want to have diverse portfolios, and this means that it is important to understand various investment options and opportunities. Investing in silver bullion is one option that needs to be carefully considered when you make a decision about what to do with your money. There are currently a number of compelling reasons to add physical silver bullion to your investment portfolio. Silver is a real physical asset The modern world of investments is driven by paper profits, digital trading, and currency creation but there are…
Canadian Mint Coins Make a Unique Gift this Summer
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmBirthdays, weddings, baby showers and anniversaries are wonderful occasions that should be marked with special gifts, but it can be difficult to find something that is beautiful, unique and will be treasured for years to come. The Canadian Mint has a wonderful selection of gift coins to celebrate every occasion. The perfect gift for the friend who has everything Some people have everything and finding a special birthday gift for them can be frustrating and time-consuming. But instead of spending fruitless hours in the mall and ending up with a generic gift,…
Mint First! Silver Coin with FIRE AND ICE Canadian Diamond
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmThe Royal Canadian Mint has introduced a first; a limited-edition silver coin with a FIRE AND ICE™ Canadian Diamond. This is a true collector’s item and each one of the 750 silver coins has a serialized certificate that guarantees its authenticity. A wonderful combination of beauty and technology There are plenty of Canadian coins for sale, but this coin is special. This spectacular coin was designed by Canadian artist, Anna Bucciarelli, and features a spiralling branch of acanthus leaves and Alberta wild roses engraved on the surface of the coin. What truly…
Controversy over the 1954 Canadian Dollar Paper Money Series
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmThe devils in the detail they say, or perhaps the detail is the devil in the case of the 1954 Canadian paper money series. In the early 1950s, the Canadian government decided to print a new series of paper money bills for the country. This series of eight banknotes displaying Canadian landscapes were introduced in 1954 and was created to replace the notes featuring King George VI that dated back to 1937. The new notes were supposed to be a fresh start for the country and symbols of British dominion were…
New Canadian Silver 5 Cent Big Coin Series
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmThe Royal Canadian Mint has released a number of impressive collections over the years. One newly added collection is the Big Coin Series, which replicates famous designs from Canadian circulation coins. These designs are bigger and more luxurious versions, to showcase their uniqueness. British artist G.E. Kruger-Gray’s well-known beaver design featured on the 5 cent coin is one of the most spectacular pieces in this series. A Unique Piece of a Set The 5 oz. pure silver, reverse gold plated 5 cent coin is part of a set of seven called the…
