Last updated on June 25th, 2020 at 11:13 pmCollecting coins can sometimes get a bad wrap as being difficult and maybe a little boring. However, nothing could be further from the truth. There is a lot of depth to coin collecting with a lot of interesting and unique pieces to find. Furthermore, while some of the rarest and most sought-after coins are very expensive, there are plenty of options for every budget and level of dedication. 5 Reasons You’ll Love Coin Collecting If you want to find a hobby that you can get involved in, look no further than collecting…
Canadian Coins
A New Look for the Classic 2020 Uncirculated Proof Coin Set
Last updated on June 25th, 2020 at 10:55 pmThe Classic 2020 uncirculated proof coin set is now available, and this 6-piece set has the coin-collecting world talking. The coins that Canada mints are more than a form of currency — they are a representation of the legacy of the nation’s past, a remembrance of its achievements, and an appreciation for the natural beauty that Canada is known for. Features of the Proof Coins Set The set of coins was put together handsomely, with the serious collector in mind. The set offers many notable features: The coin packaging has been redesigned…
Tall Ships of Canada 2019 Silver Commemorative Coin
Last updated on September 4th, 2020 at 05:50 amThe Royal Canadian Mint (RCM) strikes commemorative coins periodically to celebrate important moments in Canada’s history. These Canadian commemorative coins have celebrated everything from the nation’s centennial to the completion of the Canadian Pacific Railway to sports victories. In 2019, the RCM struck a coin celebrating Canadian maritime history. Commemorating Canada’s Maritime History Canada has a rich history with the sea. Whaling, trade, exploration and other maritime activities have helped define Canadian history. To help celebrate this, two artists working with the RCM designed a half-kilogram coin which is divided into four…
Birds Among Nature’s Colours 2017 Silver Commemorative Coin Set
Last updated on June 25th, 2020 at 11:00 pmCanada is home to approximately 685 species of birds and 140 kinds of trees. The boreal forest found here is crucial habitat for breeding birds and is sometimes even referred to by experts as North America’s “bird nursery.” These 99.9% silver ten-dollar Canadian commemorative coins, first released in 2017, celebrate the connection between birds and their forest environment by showcasing five birds, each in their natural surroundings. The striking touch that makes this set truly unusual, however, is that the plants are shown in the vivid colors of spring, while the birds…
A Memorable Newborn Baby Gift Idea
Last updated on October 19th, 2023 at 09:07 amThe birth of a baby is a life-changing event worthy of celebration virtually everywhere in the world. In Japan, new mothers have a ritual of eating a sekihan dish (red rice and red beans) while resting in bed after the baby’s birth. In the Netherlands, guests visiting a new child receive cookies or licorice, and mothers from many cultures bury a baby’s placenta to symbolize the child’s connection to the Earth. Read more about Baby Coin Gift Sets. Common Newborn Gifts in the United States and Canada In North America, newborn photoshoots,…
What is the Significance Behind the 2019 Canadian Equality Loonie?
Last updated on June 26th, 2020 at 03:29 am1969 was a notable year for Canadians. It was the year that the then Justice-Minister Pierre Trudeau passed a legislation that changed many people’s lives, a legislation that was first introduced in 1967 and hotly debated. The legislation that decriminalized the act of homosexuality between two consenting people 21 years or older. This was a huge step towards the progressive country of Canada that we know and love today. This year we are celebrating 50 years since this famous act that changed many lives became reality. To commemorate such a momentous occasion,…
Give Peace a Chance! Silver Canadian Coin of John Lennon and Yoko Ono
Last updated on June 25th, 2020 at 11:21 pmIn the summer of 1969, the world-famous Beatles singer John Lennon and his wife Yoko Ono held a unique demonstration as a peaceful objection to the Vietnam War which was taking place at the time. They hosted a ‘bed-in’ in Montreal at the Queen Elizabeth Hotel, which involved making themselves available to the public (while reclining in bed together) to discuss matters pertaining to world peace. This is exactly the type of moment that deserves to be commemorated on Canadian silver coins and thanks to Royal Canadian Mint, this is now a…
Canadian Coin Celebrates First Non-Stop Transatlantic Flight
Last updated on June 25th, 2020 at 11:02 pmModern travel has definitely evolved to great heights… literally. Air travel was, for a long time, considered the imaginative musings of dreamers until it became reality. Afterwards, the question became, how far can one aircraft fly successfully? This led to the pushing of boundaries and subsequently the first transatlantic flight which took place in 1919. It is this tremendous feat that’s commemorated by the 1 oz. Pure Silver Coloured Coin produced by the Royal Canadian Mint. Today, this commemorative treasure sits invitingly among Canadian coins for sale at Colonial Acres, waiting for…
10oz Pure Silver Gold Plated Coin Featuring Work of Robert Bateman
Last updated on June 26th, 2020 at 02:43 amCoin collectors and enthusiasts everywhere, stop what you are doing and take note! Prepare to be awed and inspired as Royal Canadian mint, providers of high quality, authentic Canadian coins, presents to you the king of the jungle in regal form as a spectacular souvenir pure silver, gold plated coin. This coin is a true gem, standing out among others and offering you the very rare opportunity to grasp greatness right in the middle of your palms. About the Artist The artwork on the reverse of this coin is the product of…
A Massive Coin Hunt is on in the US!
Last updated on August 16th, 2019 at 12:35 pmFor the annual Nationwide Coin Week this year, top collectors and coin dealers will be celebrating a massive first of its kind coin hunt. Dubbed the “Great American Coin Hunt’, coin dealers will release into circulation thousands of collectible outdated coins. Firstly, a private dealer has revealed that coin dealers from around the country are planning to have collectible coins in circulation. The planned event is called the “Great America Coin Hunt” by Rob Oberth. According to Oberth, dealers will be seeding thousands of antique coins from the 19th century along with…