Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmOne way to start an investment in gold is to collect gold bullion coins. The Royal Canadian Mint is known for creating top quality gold bullion pieces perfect for coin collectors looking to invest in above standard pieces. The Mint takes great pride in the refinery and minting process of bullion coin options including both gold and silver. When it comes to gold bullion, a top choice for starting your collection is the Gold Maple Leaf Coin. When beginning to invest in bullion, it is a smart idea to start with this…
Celebrate Canada’s 150th with These Fun Collector Coins
Last updated on August 26th, 2025 at 10:36 amCoin sets and unique individual coins are a great way in which to provide a gift for that special someone in your life. For Canadian coin collectors or those who enjoy unique coin collecting, 2017 is the perfect year to find the best gifts. This year marks the 150th anniversary of Canada, so the Royal Canadian Mint has created several unique sets and individual coins for collectors to enjoy. These coins can be given as gifts with many unique options such as colourful or glow in the dark coins. Below are a…
Canada’s 150th Most Affordable Pure Silver 3 Coin Subscription
Last updated on August 14th, 2025 at 12:19 pm2017 marks the 150th anniversary of the Canadian Confederation. With this milestone, the Royal Canadian Mint has decided to create several coins including coin subscriptions that commemorate this special occasion. One option for coin collectors or lovers of Canada to enjoy is the 3-coin subscription known as the 2017 Canada 150 Most Affordable. This collection is created from pure silver and is a perfect way to remember this unique milestone. Inspirational Coins Whether you are from Canada or just love coin collecting, you will find this unique subscription takes to heart what…
Buying Gold & Silver Bullion with Confidence
Last updated on August 14th, 2025 at 12:14 pmBuying gold and silver bullion is an investment. Many coin collectors focus on buying bullion as a way to invest in gold and silver products. But how do you know what you are buying is verified and correct? Of course you don’t want to be swindled by an unscrupulous dealer, so it is important to know the facts. When it comes to coins created by the Royal Canadian Mint, their bullion products have security measures in place to ensure quality products. Working with an Official Royal Canadian Mint Bullion DNA Dealer will…
2017 Canada 150 Coin Collection: My Canada, My Inspiration
Last updated on April 30th, 2025 at 10:32 amCanada’s 150th birthday in 2017 was more than just a milestone—it was a year-long, nationwide celebration of culture, unity, and national identity. Communities across the country came together to reflect on the past, honour shared values, and look forward to the future. From coast to coast, Canadians participated in festivals, heritage projects, and special events that showcased the diverse stories that make up the nation’s fabric. Among the most enduring and collectible tributes to this sesquicentennial celebration came from the Royal Canadian Mint, which played a central role in marking the occasion….
The Legacy of the Penny Five Coin Set
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmDespite the penny no longer being in circulation, the Royal Canadian Mint has decided to create a unique set to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of Canada. Canada’s 150th Anniversary coins are being created by the Mint to honour the 150th anniversary of the Canadian Confederation and the Legacy of the Penny Five-Coin Set is included in the new coin creations. With a mintage of only 3,000, the coin set is sure to be a hot collector’s item. Unique Coin Set The Royal Canadian Mint has decided to go back in time and…
Coin Collecting Gift Sets: A great way to get started
Last updated on July 23rd, 2025 at 08:32 amSo you have decided to enter into the world of Numismatics, congratulations! It can be quite exciting to venture into the world of Canadian coin collecting, finding unique individual coins and sets that are visually stunning as well as have monetary value. The term numismatics means that study of coins, paper money, tokens and other items related to money. As you begin on the journey to coin collecting, you will find that Canada has a long and interesting history involving coins and currency. Getting Started Becoming a coin collector can be fun….
A Walk Down Memory Lane: History of the Royal Canadian Mint
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmThe Royal Canadian Mint is a Crown Corporation of Canada that operates under the Royal Canadian Mint act, producing all circulation of coins for the country as well as other nations. Coins were first specifically produced for Canada in 1858, but were not done so by the Royal Canadian Mint but rather the Royal Mint in London. In honour of the Canada 150 coins created by the Royal Canadian Mint for the 150th celebration of Canada’s Confederation, let’s take a look back at the history of the mint and how it came…
