When investors or collectors want to buy quality gold and silver bullion, they often turn to the Royal Canadian Mint. But coin dealers and collectors can also acquire coins and bullion from other solid sources. Here are three other companies that also specialize in bullion – Sunshine Mint, SilverTowne and Johnson Matthey. When the team at Colonial Acres sees bullion from these brands, they trust its quality. Here is some more information about these dependable major bullion brands. Sunshine Mint …
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Part 1 : Taking a Look at Some Major Bullion Brands
When buying bullion, many people default to the Royal Canadian Mint or other national mints. However, there are many other brands that offer excellent bullion products, despite being less well known. Colonial Acres Coins carries a wide variety of bullion rounds, bars, coins and more. Our catalogue is the perfect place to find the right bullion for your collection. Why Buy Bullion? For centuries, bullion was the standard for transferring wealth. All coins had a set precious metal content that gave them an intrinsic value beyond being currency. Today, that is no longer the case and nearly all world currencies…
Beaver Bullion – A Unique Canadian Product
Most coin collectors eventually come across silver bullion. If you are interested in bullion or Canadian precious collectibles, you have likely seen some Beaver Bullion rounds or bars. This is a unique product with some truly Canadian characteristics. It may make an excellent addition to your collection, especially if you are interested in silver bullion. What Is Beaver Bullion? Beaver Bullion is a privately owned and operated Canadian silver company. Run by John Masterson, it produces hand-poured bullion products. Most famously, they feature images of beavers. However, the company also makes skulls, snakes and other designs. Masterson created Beaver Bullion…
The Difference Between A Mint Mark And A Privy Mark
Even if you are brand new to collecting coins or investing in precious metals, you are no doubt aware that the markings on coins are clues to both their place of origin and value. Two marks that are a bit confusing to distinguish at first are privy marks and mint marks. Here is an explanation of the difference between the two, and examples of the coins and bullion rounds that bear them. . Mint Marks The purpose of a mint mark has always been to identify the facility that produced it. For example, most United States coins bear a P,…
Whats New for Silver Bullion in Canada for 2021
Last updated on April 6th, 2021 at 01:51 amWhether you’re a seasoned investor, a hobby collector or a first-timer, 2021 is a good time to consider buying Canadian silver bullion coins. Bullion coins are over 99% pure precious metal and are usually purchased as an investment, though they can also be given as gifts to commemorate a special occasion. They’re a popular investment choice because their value remains very stable over time, even if it fluctuates on a daily basis. This year, there are a couple of new incentives to purchase silver bullion for your portfolio or collection. Projections Are…
Bullion Coins 101: Understanding These Exciting Coins
Last updated on February 12th, 2021 at 05:12 amBullion coins are some of the most interesting and useful coins made by the Royal Canadian Mint and other mints around the world. These are different from regular coins and other collectible coins. They can play a unique role in your numismatic undertakings. However, a lot of people don’t fully understand what they are or how to use them. The following information will help you get started with bullion coins. What Are Bullion Coins? Standard coins made for circulation have varying combinations of common and precious metals and are usually worth their…
What are the Different Kinds of Coin Collectors?
There’s a lot of enjoyment and satisfaction to be gained from the hobby of collecting coins. However, coin collectors have various reasons for taking it up. All of these reasons are completely valid, but your motivation for collecting may affect your approach, e.g., whether you buy coin rolls or look for individual pieces. Perhaps you have collected coins for years without really thinking about why you do it or what makes it enjoyable for you. It can be interesting to examine the different types of collectors to find out which category you fit in and what that says about you….
What is the Difference Between Bullion & Proof Coins?
Last updated on February 12th, 2021 at 05:03 amIf you’re new to coin collecting, the different terminology used can be very confusing. You know that silver bullion Canada and proofs both refer to coins. They may even have the exact same designs. What is the difference between the two, and why does it matter? The main differences between bullion and proof coins are the purposes for which each is struck and the process used to produce each. Whether you should obtain bullion or proof coins depends upon your goal in collecting. Bullion Bullion coins are stamped with special designs, just…
Silver Bullion Prices Surge in 2020
Silver investors in Canada have been purchasing the metal at an increasing rate in 2020, with price surges quickly outpacing that of gold. As a result of these increases, the often large gold-silver price ratio is narrowing. The price surge can be attributed to a variety of factors including the COVID-19 pandemic and an increase of generalist investor interest in the precious metals market. Despite the surge, experts estimate that silver is still undervalued compared with gold and now could be a good time to increase your investment portfolio. Read below to find out more about silver bullion Canada and…
Silver Bullion Creatures of the North Series: Beware of the Kraken
Last updated on June 25th, 2020 at 04:15 pmThe Royal Canadian Mint regularly releases a new series of coins for collection and circulation. Many of these feature symbols of the country, its nature, and history. In the most recent series, the Royal Canadian Mint took a trip to the depths of the ocean by releasing a coin featuring the Kraken, a mythological beast said to inhabit northern waters. The Creatures of the North Series Although the first coin of the series has only just been released, the Creatures of the North appears to be an exploration of legends and mythology…