Last updated on July 15th, 2025 at 09:26 amBaseball is a sport enjoyed by millions and there are countless different memorabilia one could transform into the perfect gift for a die-hard baseball fan. From baseballs to bats and hats to jerseys, these are just a few suggestions you could adopt in order to make the day for that special baseball-loving friend or family member. But, if that special someone truly worships baseball and you’d like to think outside the box when it comes to a unique gift, consider some collectible coins. If this sounds like a good idea, then there’s…
A Look At The First Canadian Silver Dollar From 1935
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmJust as the United States of America was closing out a 141-year history of $1 coinage in 1935, Canada struck its first circulating crown-sized silver pieces. The Royal Canadian Mint produced the 1935 Silver Jubilee Commemorative Dollar in order to celebrate the 25th year of the reign of King George V. There are two ways in which the Canadian silver dollar is historic: It is the first ever silver dollar minted for circulation in Canada It is also the first commemorative coin minted by the Dominion of Canada The Design of the…
Royal Family Collectors, Do We Have The Coin For You!
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmThe Canadian Royal Mint has a long history of producing some of the most sought-after, majestically designed and supremely meaningful collector coins in the world. Such a tradition is once again exemplified by the 1 oz. Pure Silver Coin – Royal Portrait that represents a must-have piece for all the Royal Family collectors out there. Depicting Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II gazing at her first-born son, the Royal portrait on this remarkable coin represents a celebration of motherhood through its depiction of a tender moment. Keep reading for more information on this…
Canada’s 50 Cent: A Forgotten Coin
Last updated on August 14th, 2025 at 12:25 pmAmong coinage that has a long and storied history in Canada, a particularly interesting one is the 50 cent coin. While seemingly strange, this important denomination was actually the highest value coin when it was first introduced by the Dominion of Canada in 1870. The piece represented a significant sum at the time, especially considering that most workers at that time likely earned between $5 and $15 a week. Today’s Canadian 50 cent coin value is highest among collectors, especially since it is no longer minted for circulation. It existed in 5…
Government Phases Out Paper Money Program
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmThe Bank of Canada plans to push older currency out of circulation for good. This means that $1, $2, $25, $500 and $1,000 notes will no longer be used for paying debts, or in other words, for commercial transactions. These notes of Canadian paper money will no longer be legal tender for a number of reasons. It will help the Bank of Canada ensure that the bank notes that remain in circulation and are subsequently used by Canadians are: Difficult to counterfeit Easy to use In good condition Current What is the…
Colonial Acres: Answering Your Counterfeit Money Queries
Last updated on October 23rd, 2025 at 12:53 pmExpert coin and currency collectors usually have no problem spotting fake pieces, but it seems that modern Chinese counterfeiters have set their sights on producing fake Canadian pre-Confederation tokens. A so-called 1852 Quebec Bank one-penny token and an 1843 Nova Scotia half penny were recently listed on eBay. The online marketplace has since pulled the listings down, but that still poses the question of how to recognize fake bills or coin pieces if you’re inexperienced and how to protect yourself from buying or accepting fake ones. (Visit Colonial Acres Coins for additional…
What To Do With Inherited Coins? Part 2
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmYou inherited some coins and would now like to sell them. When you have coins for sale, you can be taken advantage of if you have no prior experience with the procedures. Unfortunately, there are people in the coin collecting business that will may try to take advantage of you. We’ve already covered some selling tips in Part 1 of this two-part series, so here are some more to keep in mind when selling the coins you’ve inherited safely and for top dollar: Identification Catalogue & inventory Properly understanding your collection’s value…
Coin Roll Hunting For Canadian Nickels 101
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmCoin roll hunting in Canada can turn out to be a both fun and lucrative activity. Is the Canadian nickel worth any money? There are certain coins you’d be wise to keep based on their numismatic and metal value, because coin rolls containing Canadian nickels before a certain date are more valuable due to a higher amount of nickel and because of rarity. Here are coins to be on the lookout for when Canadian coin roll hunting. Coin Roll Hunting Canada: Nickels Minted Before 1982 In the early 1980s, nickel prices increased…
Canadian Notes That Featured Queen Elizabeth II
Last updated on August 26th, 2025 at 10:29 amIt is said that the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II has appeared on banknotes in every continent except Antarctica. Canada was the very first country to feature the Queen on its bills, featuring her portrait throughout her life and reign several times on Canadian paper money. Read on to learn about the times when Queen Elizabeth II’s portrait adorned paper money in Canada, which include: The 1935 Series The 1954 Canadian Landscape Series The 1967 Commemorative Note The 1969-1979 Scenes Of Canada Series The 198 keflex for sale online in the best…
What Is A United States Proof Set?
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmThe term “proof set” is one that often tends to confuse beginner coin collectors. It actually stands for a collection of proof coins from one particular year. The set can be individually assembled by a collector or dealer from proof coins purchased separately, or can be officially marketed by the issuing mint as a “set.” The most important part is that the coins included in a proof set are all special specimen strikings for exhibition, souvenir, presentation or some other numismatic purpose. Go to www.colonialacres.com for more information on proof coins and…
