The Royal Canadian Mint has introduced a meaningful new release that combines Indigenous storytelling, vibrant artwork and fine silver craftsmanship. The 2026 $20 Turtle Island 1 oz. Fine Silver Coin honours an Ojibwe creation story through a beautifully detailed design by Ojibwe artist Patrick Hunter. Struck in one ounce of 99.99% pure silver and limited to only 5,000 coins worldwide, this new Royal Canadian Mint coin is likely to attract collectors interested in Indigenous art, Canadian history, cultural storytelling and low-mintage silver coins. Collectors can purchase the 2026 $20 Turtle Island coin from Colonial Acres Coins, along with many other…
Gift Guide for Coin Collectors: Coins, Bullion, Paper Money, and Supplies They’ll Actually Use
Last updated on July 29th, 2026 at 10:47 amShopping for a coin collector can feel tricky at first. Do they collect Canadian coins? Royal Canadian Mint releases? Bullion? Paper money? Ancient coins? Do they need supplies? Are they a beginner or someone who already has a carefully organized collection? The good news is that coin collectors are usually easier to shop for than you might think. The best gifts are often useful, meaningful, collectible, or connected to a personal interest. Whether you are shopping for a summer birthday, a graduation gift, a retirement surprise, a fall milestone, or an early…
Ancient Coins Are Trending: How to Start Collecting History This Summer
There is something special about holding an ancient coin. It is not just a collectible. It is a small piece of history that may have passed through marketplaces, temples, military camps, trade routes, or the hands of people who lived hundreds or even thousands of years ago. For many collectors, that connection is what makes ancient coins so exciting. A Roman coin may feature an emperor whose name appears in history books. A Greek coin may depict a mythological creature, a city emblem, or a god or goddess associated with the ancient world. A Judaean coin may connect to Biblical…
New Coin Releases and Modern Collecting Trends to Watch This Summer
For coin collectors, summer is more than just cottage weekends, road trips, and backyard BBQs. It is also a great time to take a fresh look at your collection, review what has been released so far, and decide what you want to add before the year moves too far ahead. Modern collecting has changed a lot over the years. Today’s collectors are not only looking for older Canadian coins but also for traditional date sets. They are also watching new Royal Canadian Mint releases, limited-edition commemoratives, bullion coins, world coins, paper money, pop culture themes, precious metal products, and special…
How to Protect Your Coin Collection During Hot and Humid Summer Weather
Summer is a great time to enjoy your coin collection. Maybe you finally have a bit of extra time to organize your albums, sort through new Royal Canadian Mint releases, add bullion to your collection, or revisit those older Canadian coins tucked away in a drawer. But while summer can be a fun season for collectors, it can also bring a few risks that are easy to overlook. Heat, humidity, fingerprints, improper storage, and even bright sunlight can all affect the long-term condition of your coins, paper money, bullion, and collector items. Whether you are just starting or have been…
Honouring Filipino-Canadian Heritage: The 2026 $20 Celebrating Canada’s Diversity Coin
Last updated on July 16th, 2026 at 06:24 amWe are excited to talk about a brand-new, incredibly meaningful release from the Royal Canadian Mint that has the entire numismatic community buzzing. If you love coins that tell a story, celebrate culture, and feature breathtakingly unique design elements, you are going to want to pull up a chair for this one. We are diving deep into the newly announced 2026 $20 Celebrating Canada’s Diversity: Resilience and Unity Fine Silver Coin. Canada is known around the globe for being a mosaic of cultures, and the Royal Canadian Mint has done a fantastic…
2026 $15 Clan Animals: Bear Coin- Honouring Mukwa the Protector
The Royal Canadian Mint’s Clan Animals series continues with a powerful second release: the 2026 $15 Clan Animals: Bear Fine Silver Coin. Struck in ¾ oz. of 99.99% pure silver, this meaningful collector coin honours Mukwa, the Bear, a respected clan animal among the Anishinabek. With its rich symbolism, beautiful colour-enhanced design, limited mintage, and strong cultural storytelling, this release is one that collectors will not want to overlook. The Bear coin follows the first release in the series, the 2026 $15 Clan Animals: Sandhill Crane Fine Silver Coin, and continues the Royal Canadian Mint’s tribute to Anishinabek teachings, identity,…
Beyond the Round Coin: How Shape and Size Make RCM Coins More Collectible
When most people think of a coin, they picture something small, round, and easy to slip into a pocket. That classic format has been used for centuries because it is practical, familiar, and easy to stack, roll, and handle. But in the world of collecting, coins can be much more than everyday currency. The Royal Canadian Mint has become known for creating coins that go beyond the traditional round format. Some are shaped like objects found in nature. Some are oversized to showcase more detail. Others use puzzle pieces, unusual edges, dimensional effects, or bold formats that turn the coin…
Honouring 150 Years of Leadership: The 2026 $20 Royal Military College of Canada Silver Coin
Last updated on June 29th, 2026 at 09:44 amThe Royal Canadian Mint has a long tradition of turning important Canadian stories into beautiful collectible coins. Some releases celebrate wildlife, geography, art, or national milestones. Others honour institutions that have helped shape the country itself. The 2026 $20 150th Anniversary of the Royal Military College of Canada fine silver coin belongs firmly in that second category. This striking collector coin commemorates 150 years of the Royal Military College of Canada, also known as RMC. Founded in Kingston, Ontario, in 1876, RMC has played a major role in Canadian military education, leadership development,…
Why the 2025 Royal Canadian Mint Annual Collection Book is a Must-Have
Last updated on June 26th, 2026 at 10:14 amFor coin collectors, some pieces are more than a single release. They become a snapshot of an entire year in Canadian numismatics. That is exactly what makes the 2025 Royal Canadian Mint Annual Collection Book such an exciting addition to any collection. This beautifully presented book brings together the stories, themes, designs, and innovations that shaped the Royal Canadian Mint’s 2025 releases. Whether you collect circulation coins, special wrap rolls, fine silver coins, annual sets, or limited edition commemoratives, this book gives you a complete look at the year in coins. Even…
