The Canadian 5 Cent coin has had a number of iterations throughout its history. It is widely regarded as one of the most popular and longest-standing circulated coins in Canada. That fact alone makes it completely understandable why an institution as legendary as the Royal Canadian Mint would come up with the idea to issue a special recreation of Canada’s 5-cents coin originally designed by artist William James Henry Blakemore in 1922. Here’s everything you need to know about this coin. What Does the Nickel Represent for Canada? Each iteration of the nickel that has taken place throughout the history…
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The Mint’s Call Of The Wild Gold Coin Series
The Royal Canadian Mint has produced many coins of Canada to date that commemorate important historical milestones and celebrate countless Canadian symbols. The “Call of the Wild” series is one such series of gold coins launched in 2014 that features designs dedicated to the expansive and untamed wilderness of Canada. With one coin launched annually, each one is composed of .99999 fine gold, making them the purest gold bullion available in the world. 2018 will see the release of the Golden Eagle Gold Coin, but let’s take a closer look at the previous specimens in the series: The Howling Wolf…
Celebrating Canada’s Aviation History With Special $20 Silver Coin
The Canadian Silver Dollar is a piece of coin history that has earned iconic status in Canada. Having featured a number of historically and otherwise important milestones, commemorations, and celebrations, it is important to mention the 1996 Canada $20 Aviation – Avro Arrow CF-105 Sterling Silver Coin. The coin is yet another example of the importance the Royal Canadian Mint places on the national pride of Canadians, as well as how much it values every single one of the nation’s achievements regardless of the field or industry. Here’s everything you need to know about this coin. Why is the Avro…
Understanding Gold Prices – How Colonial Can Help
The price of gold is something that varies in incredible intervals and it is often difficult to predict what the future holds for investors. If you’re a coin collector and are particularly fond of silver and gold Canadian coin currency, this is an issue that concerns you. It can be a difficult task to invest in gold or silver, especially if you have no experience. Here are some factors known to influence gold and silver prices: Uncertainty This is a pretty broad factor that typically includes political instability and/or uncertainty. The stock market is simply yearning for certainty and the…
Ancient Coin Collecting For Beginners
Be it coins of Canada or ancient coins, coin collecting is a fun and potentially lucrative hobby or profession. But, while Canadian coins are plentiful and the most gorgeous to look at or own, that is often not the case with ancient coins. Ancient coins are often mistaken for being too difficult to understand, too expensive to collect and too rare. While that is true in some cases, the majority of pieces are actually quite common. Many are also less expensive than collectible modern coins. Learning the basics can be done easily, so keep reading. Coinage History While precious metals…
What To Know Before Selling Your Gold Or Silver Bullion
When it comes to the trading of any kind, the “buy low, sell high” mantra is something everyone knows by default. Aside from investing in just precious metals, this is a form of timeless truth that can be equally applied throughout countless other industries. As brilliant a piece of advice as it is, another universal truth also applies in this case, “easier said than done.” The point is that buying low and selling high is no simple matter whether you’re trading Canadian silver dollars or gold bars. Knowing when the time is right can be made easier by paying attention…
History of Canada Displayed on Arctic Double Dollar Coin Collection
The Canadian Arctic Expedition (CAE) of 1913-1918 was an important event in the history of Canada, helping to map out its northern borders and explore its rich flora, fauna, and geology. It also served to preserve Canada’s sovereignty in the region and marked a significant turning point in the territorial history of the Canadian Arctic that helped shape Canada into a free and strong nation. The year 2013 marked 100 years of the Canadian Arctic Expedition, and the perfect way to have a reminder of this glorious historic moment for all Canadians is the RDC 2013 Canada Arctic Expedition Fine…
Royal Canadian Mint Releases New Unique Collectible Silver Coins
When collecting coins, the first thing that many think about is getting their hands on old, antique or rare coin pieces because they believe such coins hold great value. While that’s certainly true in many cases – one example being the Canada Silver Dollar – one must not forget that new coins that are minted continuously, might be worth investing in now and stored away for the future. Such is the case with several 2018 coins, which include: 2018 $100 Canada 100th Anniversary of WWI Armistice – Angel Of Victory Silver Coin 2018 Canada $10 Star Trek: Enterprise NX-01 Coin…
How a Variety of Coins Can Help the Value of Your Collection
Coin collecting can yield quite a bit of money, believe it or not. Many coins gain value as the years go by, making coin collecting the rare hobby where you can get your full investment back as you sell off your coins. You should also know that some of your coins will gain value as the metal prices go up. The value of the Canadian Silver Dollar is pretty high, and there are many more specimens out there that are worthy investments. Factors to consider when looking to improve your coin collections include: How rare or beautiful is the coin?…
Special Coin Rolls And Coins For Die Hard Leafs Fans
The Toronto Maple Leaf Hockey Club is a Canadian professional ice hockey team based in Toronto, Ontario, that competes in the National Hockey League (NHL). They have a long history that goes back all the way to 1917, and have achieved legendary status among hockey fans around the world. If you have that special someone who also happens to be a diehard hockey fan, consider gifting them Canadian coin rolls or coin pieces that celebrate the iconic Maple Leafs. Here are some suggestions: 2017 Canada $3 100th Anniversary of the Toronto Maple Leafs Fine Silver (No Tax) 2017 Canada $20…
