Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmPrior to Confederation in 1867, each Canadian province formed a separate British colony which meant that each one had its own unique cultural identity and even their very own coins. This is a fact that adds an interesting note of diversity to coins of Canada and the country’s coin history in general. The Royal Canadian Mint celebrates this time with a Pure Silver 4-Coin Set – Before Confederation: Colonial Currency of the Atlantic Provinces. The set re-visits the 19th-century reverse designs – the work of L.C. Wyon – whose engraved artwork was…
1936 “Dot Cent” Penny – Canada’s Rarest Coin?
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmWhen it comes to rare Canadian coins, there are, ironically, many of them in existence today. Some are rare because they only exist in very small numbers, while other ones were minted specifically for that purpose. Certainly, one of the rarest examples currently in circulation is the “Dot Cent” penny produced in 1936. With just three of these rare coins produced, enthusiasts view them as some of the most highly sought after coins. During King George V’s last year of sovereignty, the Royal Canadian Mint produced millions of pennies, but these special…
A Look Into The First Gold Coins Minted In 1912
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmIn 1853, Canada decided to implement the gold standard. This allowed trade to be straightforward, but it also meant that appropriate amounts of gold needed to be kept in reserve to support the country’s currency. One of the benefits of this decision was that it fueled interest in the Canadian mint and particularly in the production and design of gold coins. When local miners found gold in the Klondike area of Yukon, thousands of Canadians got caught up in the gold rush. The Dominion Government soon caught on and, in 1912, ordered…
150th Anniversary Of TransAtlantic Cable Silver Dollar Coin
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmIn recognition of the 150th anniversary of the Transatlantic cable, the Royal Canadian Mint took the opportunity to issue a special-edition silver dollar. This Canadian silver dollar celebrates a feat of engineering that is remembered today as a monument to perseverance. The cable provided vital communication between the continents of North America, Europe and the world over. Its eventual implementation managed to connect both sides of the Atlantic Ocean via telegraph just before the invention of the telephone and was an ingenious idea that was way ahead of its time. The Coin…
Paper Money: A Look Back At The Canadian $5 Bill
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmCanadian paper money, including the interesting five-dollar bill, has been regulated by the Bank of Canada ever since 1934. Since then, the banknotes of Canada have undergone many changes including the language and their design. For example, the banknotes were unilingual at first and usually had the picture of either the member of the royal family or the Prime Minister. The five-dollar bill has been particularly popular among collectors who aim at gathering them all. Read on to find out how it has evolved throughout the years and why you should consider…
The Mint’s Missing Million Dollar Coin
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmWhen it comes to milestones in minting, the Royal Canadian Mint is a world-renowned facility that has produced countless incredibly valuable specimens that continue to exist as truly impressive feats of coin minting. Among the most interesting is the world’s first million-dollar coin which weighs 100 kilograms and has a face value of $1 million. Minted in 2007, the intention was to use the coin as an exclusive centerpiece that would promote the Mint and their new line of pure 1 oz Gold Maple Leaf bullion coins. But, the Mint decided to…
Royal Canadian Mint $20 Coin: Falcon Lake Incident
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmWhen it comes to unique collectable coins, the Royal Canadian Mint has a history of minting some of the most recognizable and impressive coin pieces on the planet. Over the course of its long existence, the RCM has produced countless specimens that celebrate important Canadian milestones, historical events, and pop culture icons. One such coin is the remarkable $20 Coin: Falcon Lake Incident, which marks one of the most peculiar and mysterious occurrences in recent Canadian history. Here is everything you need to know about this coin. What is the Falcon Lake…
4 Simple Steps To Start Your Own Coin Collection
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmWhether you’ve made the decision to start a coin collection on a personal level or you believe that it can be a lucrative activity, one thing is certain – it is guaranteed to be fulfilling. There is so much history and beauty to be found behind every single coin series. It doesn’t matter where you start – trying to discern the legendary Canadian 50 cent coin value or taking up an interest in an old coin that’s been in your family for generations – there are easy steps you can take to…
$2 Special Wrap Roll: The Battle Of Vimy Ridge
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmDuring the First World War, The Battle Of Vimy Ridge is one of the most celebrated military victories of Canada. It is today viewed as a symbol of the birth of Canadian national awareness and pride. Between April 9 and 12, 1917, four divisions of the Canadian corps, fighting together for the first time, attacked the ridge and managed to capture it from the German army. During the assault, more than 10,500 Canadians were wounded or killed. Today an iconic white memorial atop the ridge honours the Canadian lives that were laid…
Legacy Of The Canadian Nickel: 1 oz. Fine Silver Coin
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmThe Canadian 5 Cent coin has had a number of iterations throughout its history. It is widely regarded as one of the most popular and longest-standing circulated coins in Canada. That fact alone makes it completely understandable why an institution as legendary as the Royal Canadian Mint would come up with the idea to issue a special recreation of Canada’s 5-cents coin originally designed by artist William James Henry Blakemore in 1922. Here’s everything you need to know about this coin. What Does the Nickel Represent for Canada? Each iteration of the…
