There is a newcomer among the exquisite society of rare coins. Purchased unknowingly by an anonymous Canadian dealer, it was a part of a larger bullion collection. A two-ducat coin originating from Saxony, the piece is actually so rare that even reference books couldn’t provide any info about it. The dealer decided to ask for help and contacted Peter McDonald, a recipient of the 2018 Charles D. Moore Professional Numismatic Award. As Peter McDonald later discovered, the coin carried a mint mark which indicated that it was struck in the city of Dresden by the famous mint master Friedrich Wilhelm o…
Canadian Coins
How to Know if Old and Rare Canadian Coins are Valuable
Do you know what makes a coin valuable? Is it worth only what someone is willing to pay for it? The answer would be – no. This is too simple a way to determine the value of a coin. You need to take other things into consideration since the numismatic marketplace is more complex than that. Of course, we all know that if something is not easily acquired, it has greater value- the same is with coins. If you would like to have in your possession rare Canadian coins, you will most likely need to prepare a larger sum of…
Avoid Cleaning your Collector Coins, Here’s Why?
If you collect some of the valuable coins of Canada, then you know that taking good care of them is crucial for their longevity. If you happen to have some very old coins, especially ones which were in circulation, cleaning them is something many believe should be done in order to get rid of all the impurities. But you don’t want to use products or methods of cleaning that might potentially ruin your coins. That is why cleaning your coins is not always advised, or if absolutely required, best left to an experienced professional. Continue reading to learn why you…
How a Coin Collecting Hobby can Become a Valuable Investment
Even if coin collecting might just be a hobby of yours, thinking about investing in your collection will turn out to be a solid plan for the future. Whether you wish to pass it down later on or not, investing in something that you’re dedicated to and enjoy doing is always a pleasurable way to profit from. So, look at your hobby as something that will rise in value even more one day and become a great way to invest in your future. Due to their value, 50-cent Canadian coins are sought-after the most; in fact, the rarer they are…
Historical Coin Find in Yukon, Canada
Wherever there is a modern infrastructure project underway, history starts to creep up. As workers were constructing a new trail in the small border town of Dawson City, one of them stumbled upon a sack of 19th-century coins buried into the ground. According to archeologists, their origin was traced back to the Klondike Gold Rush, a period between 1896-1899 when many prospectors ventured there once Yukon’s gold mines were discovered. Keep reading to know more about these and many other coins of Canada. How rare are they? Coins are not among the most common discoveries at archeological sites. Since they…
Canadian Coin Collecting: Finding Value in Silver Dollars or Banknotes
Being a numismatist is not simple and not everyone has the patience to collect items. When it comes to collecting coins and banknotes, there are two reasons why people do this. The first is, of course, because they like it and they want to have a large collection. The other is for profit. People collect coins, then wait for some time and sell them when their value increases. Either way, if you would like to start being a Canadian silver dollar collector, here are some pieces of advice for you. How to choose what to collect? If you want to…
Tips to Selling Rare Collectible Coins
Keeping in mind the time and dedication it takes to collect rare Canadian coins, every numismatist should strive to gain insight into the exact value of those collectibles. So, if you decide to sell your coins one day, knowing how much you can earn from a single coin or perhaps the entire collection is a great start to collecting. Collectors would be wise to learn about several tips and tricks to keep the coins in good condition so that they can eventually sell for more. Also, a very important step when you’re considering selling coins is to get them appraised…
A Look at the Royal Canadian Mint’s Armistice Poppy Gold Coin
If you take a closer look at any Canadian coin, you’ll notice a common trait that all of them share – they all strike a feeling of awe when you see them for the first time. Every single one of these coins, no matter how rare, old or valuable it may be, holds a very special symbol that gives it meaning. On some pieces it is an animal, on others, it may be a person or event and some even have flowers that symbolize important occasions or historical milestones. The latter is exactly the case when it comes to the…
A Perfect Stocking Stuffer – 3D Snowball Fight 50 Cent Coin
With winter holidays fast approaching, you might be wondering what would be the perfect gift for a loved one. You want something special that’s going to surprise and delight the recipient no matter their age. Well, there’s one gift idea for the holidays that is sure to thrill anyone: the 3D Snowball Fight coin. This Canadian coin features a wonderful depiction of children in high spirits playing in the snow. It is truly a perfect stocking stuffer and something to display during the holiday season. This Canadian piece has a 50 cent coin value and a lively and colourful design…
The Bumble Bee and the Bloom: Rare Canadian Coin with Ingenious Design
Are you searching for an innovative and rare Canadian coin to add to your collection? Maybe you wish to display a coin that will wow almost anyone who happens to catch a glimpse of it. Well, the Royal Canadian Mint has come up with an interactive coin that actually changes its appearance when tilted. It is the Bumble Bee and the Bloom silver coin with an ingenious design. This unique piece features the gold-plated bee on a rose gold-plated flower. The coin represents Alberta’s floral emblem, the prickly wild rose and the most widespread species of bees in Canada, the…
