Viola Desmond is one of the key figures of Canadian history of the twentieth century. In order to honour her memory, and to commemorate Black History Month, the Royal Canadian Mint (RCM) has created one of the finest Canadian silver coins to date. Who is Viola Desmond? Viola Desmond is one of the faces of the fight against segregation in Canada. She was a regular businesswoman, until one day she was asked to leave an all-whites only area of a cinema in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. She refused to move from her spot in complete defiance of the segregation laws…
Canadian Coins
Breathtaking 1 Kilogram Gold Canadian Coin
Every once in a while something truly magical falls within your grasp. When this happens, you can’t afford to let the opportunity slip by you. This is exactly true of the 1kg pure gold coin released by Royal Canadian Mint this year. This coin stands out among other Canadian coins as it is a symbolic representation of a pivotal moment in Canada’s rich history as it commemorates the merger of Britain’s two former colonies to create one political region by reflecting the seal that was used to represent the merged regions. The Moment that Demands Commemoration In the early nineteenth…
Why This Rare 1973 25 Cent Canadian Coin May Be Valuable
If you are a passionate coin and paper money collector, you must know how exciting it is to search for rare Canadian coins that can be worth quite a lot of money. If you find some of these in your collection or come across one by chance, try to see if there’s some sort of error on it. The error makes it more valuable and the regular version is usually worth face value. This is the case with the rare 1973 25 cent Canadian coin that has two different varieties of the head. The very rare coin is the uncirculated…
Taking A Look Back At The 50 Cent Discovering Nature Coin Series
One of the most beloved series of coins that the Royal Mint has issued so far is definitely the one themed with discovering nature. These Canadian coins carry the face value of 50 cents and feature the images of wildlife in Canada. The series started with the 1995 set and the birds of Canada which immediately became a hit among collectors. The last set from the series was in 2000 and featured birds of prey on the reverse. Devoted numismatists try to find all of the six sets from this series in order to show appreciation for the beautiful wildlife…
Unique Gift Ideas With One Of A Kind Canadian Coins
Are you struggling to find the perfect gift that will suit the occasion and make a special someone happy? You don’t have to waste your time looking any further since the Royal Canadian Mint has amazing sets for any kind of celebration and anniversary. Thanks to the many beautiful coins of Canada on offer, you’ll be able to find just the right one to give as a gift to a loved one or a friend. Each set comprises of unique, one of a kind coins that will last a lifetime, creating a lasting memory to go with it. So, read…
A Look Back At the Story Of The Canadian Toonie
Collecting coins has always been quite an exciting and interesting hobby. You get a chance to be a person who has a great and valuable collection, speaking in both financial and emotional terms. And among the storied and popular Canadian coins is the two-dollar coin, fondly known as the Canadian toonie. Depending on how old you are, you may not even remember the Canadian two-dollar bills that predated the toonie. You may have questions such as, “When did toonies come out?” or “What is a toonie made of?” Why Did the Canadian Toonie Replace the Two-Dollar Bill? Government economists had determined that…
The 2012 Two Coin and Stamp Set of the Titanic
There’s probably not a person on this planet that hasn’t heard of the legendary Titanic catastrophe. The iconic steamer which sank after colliding with an iceberg in the Atlantic ocean, losing 1503 souls in the process. To honour the timeless story of the ill-fated ship, the Mint has release special Titanic collector’s set. It is comprised of a Canadian 50 and 25 cent coins with ample collector’s value. In addition to this, you will get 5 stamps that were issued in order to mark the 100th anniversary of the event. If you’d like to learn more about the ship’s connection…
What Are The Real Odds Of Winning A Coin Toss?
Have you ever tossed a Canadian coin? Are you completely assured that there is a 50 percent chance it lands on heads and a 50 percent chance it lands on tails? If the answer is ‘yes’, we have some evidence that can change your mind. A famous mathematician has provided us with an explanation, so, if you are interested in learning more about this, keep on reading. It’s All About Physics Rather Than Probability Persi Diaconis, a professor of mathematics and statistics at Stanford University has done research and discovered that most games of chance involving coins are not as…
Canadian Silver Dollar: Zodiac Set Featuring Swarovski Crystals
Are you fascinated by astrology and the fact that each sign is aligned to the stars in the sky? Well, according to millennials, astrology is getting more popular than ever and people are searching for interesting jewellery, different figures or coins with zodiac elements to collect. You can show your interest in astrology by purchasing a new set from the Mint: a 12 coin zodiac set with Swarovski Crystals. Collectibles such as these Canadian silver dollars have never been more elegant-looking and sparkly thanks to the crystals featured on them. Collectors will be able to get this stunning set and…
A Set Fit For Legends – The Viking Ship Coins By The Mint
If you were to take a look at the new coin set from the Mint, you would notice that the story of the Vikings is beautifully featured on all three coins by three talented artists who managed to create a combined Norse artistry. Collectors can visualize the voyages that the Vikings partook in as well as their exploration and settlement in various parts of Canada. All three pieces in this set serve the purpose of re-imagining the arrival of Viking ships in Canada and how all of it could have possibly happened over 1,000 years ago. So, if you’re into…
