While the jingle of precious metals may have an irresistible appeal to those with a passion for money, coin collectors are not the only numismatists out there. Paper money enthusiasts are another group who experience the joys of preserving historical currency, but instead do so with large, colourful bank notes. Learn why Colonial Acres’ extensive selection of Canadian paper money is a great way to begin this fascinating hobby. Why Become a Notaphilist The practice of collecting banknotes has the official name of notaphily, and doing so gives you the right to refer to yourself as a proud notaphilist. This…
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Collecting coins or Canadian paper money is a fun and fascinating hobby. Collecting paper money can be a bit more of a challenge than collecting coins in some respects. While coins are designed to last for many years, paper money is intended to be replaced after only a few. Not only can this make it more difficult to find collectible paper money in good condition, but it also means that there is more you have to do to preserve paper money in its current condition. 1. Avoid Exposure to Direct Sunlight Ultraviolet radiation can be damaging to paper money, causing…
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Paper or Plastic? The Latter, Please Canada began printing plastic-like polymer banknotes in 2011 to update Canadian paper money. The change was needed due to the modern nature of banking, and its numerous benefits to the government and consumers. At Colonial Acres Coins, we carry a wide variety of banknotes available for purchase. Check out our website to start your own collection of paper money today. Read more here about the transition to polymer and why this was a positive move. Why Change Canada Paper Money To Plastic? Prior to 2011, Canada’s banknotes were made of cotton and paper. This…
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How To Tell Whether Old Canadian Banknotes Are Valuable Some denominations of Canada paper money have been discontinued for decades, meaning that at one point, the government stopped making them. However, until recently, they were still considered legal tender, meaning that you could use them for cash transactions. This changed as of 2021 as the government was worried that the old bills lack the security features to prevent counterfeiting that newer bills have. However, just because these bills are no longer considered legal tender doesn’t mean that they no longer have any value. If you have a collection of old…
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The Bank of Montreal stands as the Canadian colonies’  first successful creation of standardized currency. In Canada, paper money revolutionized commerce and trade by allowing for a transparent and efficient way to measure the value of goods and services. Read more below about the history of the barter system, why the Bank of Montreal was created, and how Colonial Acres helps collectors build an even more unique portfolio of historical currency. The Barter System and Its Limitations During the days of European explorers’ first contact with the Indigenous tribes of Canada, and during their interactions with other international explorers, commerce…
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Answering Common Questions About Canadian Money: Part 1 Money is something that is part of everyone’s life. For some people, it is purely utilitarian: A necessity needed to conduct daily activities and fulfill basic needs and occasional wants. Other people take a specific interest in collecting coins or Canadian paper money with some significance and value. Have you ever wondered about where the money comes from and why it looks the way it does? If so, you are not alone. Here is the first part of a two-part series in which we answer common questions that people ask about Canadian…
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Queen of Canadian Paper Money Queen Elizabeth II is the longest-reigning British monarch in Canadian history. In 2015, she broke the previous record set by Queen Victoria, her great-great-grandmother. Throughout her reign, and in fact, even before she became queen, her portrait has been prominent on Canada paper money. As the queen has aged, her portraits on Canadian banknotes have been updated to reflect her maturity. There are some remarkable stories about the Queen’s portraits on Canada’s paper money. What Denomination Does the Queen’s Portrait Appear on? Altogether, the Queen’s portrait has appeared on 18 different designs for Canadian banknotes….
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3 Tips To Help Sell Your Coins or Paper Money Coin collecting can be an interesting hobby, and potentially a lucrative one. If you sell a collection of coins or paper money, you could end up making a tidy profit. Whether you are the collector or the heir of someone else’s collection, you want to get the most out of it and receive a fair price. Here are some tips to help you get a good deal. 1. Organize Your Collection Organizing your collection makes the evaluation process easier. It may be that you already keep your collection in an…
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Since the Bank of Canada first started releasing its own banknotes in 1935, there have been seven series of Canada paper money, each with its own designs and overall theme. The most recent series, known as the Frontier series, has been in circulation since 2011. Each of the five denominations of this series bears a different portrait of a significant figure in Canadian history. Some of the portraits may be more readily recognizable than others, but each has contributed something important to the country and is therefore worth learning more about.  Sir John A. Macdonald John A. Macdonald was the…
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