President John F. Kennedy was one of the most influential people during his lifetime and has similarly gone on to transform and inspire millions of lives after his death. The US Mint saw fit to pay homage to the democratic revolutionary on more than one occasion by putting his face on a number of different coins. The 50 Cent coin is equally important when it comes to coin collectors in Canada. So let’s take a closer look at this significant specimen. The Kennedy 50-Cent Coin Through the Years First issued in 1964, the mintages for Kennedy Half Dollars have widely…
Canadian Coins
Canadian Coat Of Arms Displayed On This Newly Released 50 Cent Coin
It is no secret that the value of the Canadian 50 Cent coin is among the highest when it comes to Canadian coins, and the Royal Canadian Mint has recently announced the release of a 50-cent circulation roll. According to the RCM, there will be 25 coins contained in each of the $12.50 rolls, with each coin having a diameter of 27.13 mm and a weight of 6.9 grams. A total mintage of 30,000 rolls is expected to be released. The reverse of Canada’s 50-cent coin features the Canadian Coat of Arms. Canada’s Coat of Arms Canada’s Coat of Arms…
Are There Plans To Phase Out The 5 Cent Canadian Nickel?
As a result of Canada’s decision to remove the penny from both circulation and production, many are wondering if the nickel is next in line to suffer a similar fate. According to an economic study published by Desjardins, the Canadian 5 Cent coin could very well become extinct. The study cites the main reasons for such a move being the fact that the coin will seem less and less useful because of its low purchasing power, as well as because of what it costs involved for both businesses and consumers. Would This be a Good Idea? It is stated that…
Reasons Why Some Canadian Currencies are Endangered
For better or worse, Canadian coin currency can be said to officially be on the endangered species list. There are many contributing factors for this, predominantly technological ones, as more and more people are opting for electronic forms of payment. Another instance is the new development of personal pay by fingerprint, where the user presses a finger or a thumb onto an appliance that identifies the purchaser and completes the required payment. Such technology doesn’t require any coins, cash or paper bills. Why Are People Switching Over To Electronic Forms Of Payment? There are a number of reasons that explain…
Where Did All The 1921 Canadian 50 Cent Coins Go?
The 1921 Canadian 50 Cent Coin is arguably the most prized numismatic rarity in Canada. In a country that has traditionally manufactured some of the most technologically advanced, astonishingly eye-catching and intricately designed coin pieces since its establishment, there are many Canadian coins that are rarer in the absolute sense. But, none of them match the storied history of the coin popularly named “King of Canadian Coins.” Keep reading to know more about the circumstances that resulted in the legend behind this exquisite piece. How did the Coin First Come to be? Production at the Ottawa Mint increased dramatically during…
Learn More About Canada’s Rarest Coins
Throughout its history, the Royal Canadian Mint has produced some of the rarest and most valuable coins in the world. As a result, Canadian coins are some of the best investment-grade collectibles around and are also very fun to collect. There are particularly interesting pieces which hold great value for a number of different reasons and circumstances. Keep reading to learn which three coins are the rarest and most valuable in Canada. What Are 3 of the Most Valuable Coins in Canada? There are different ways in which one can observe the value of collectible coins, though rarity and price…
$25 Limited Edition Coin For That Baseball Fan
Baseball is a sport enjoyed by millions and there are countless different memorabilia one could transform into the perfect gift for a die-hard baseball fan. From baseballs to bats and hats to jerseys, these are just a few suggestions you could adopt in order to make the day for that special baseball-loving friend or family member. But, if that special someone truly worships baseball and you’d like to think outside the box when it comes to a unique gift, consider some collectible coins. If this sounds like a good idea, then there’s no better choice than the beautiful 2018 Canada…
A Look At The First Canadian Silver Dollar From 1935
Just as the United States of America was closing out a 141-year history of $1 coinage in 1935, Canada struck its first circulating crown-sized silver pieces. The Royal Canadian Mint produced the 1935 Silver Jubilee Commemorative Dollar in order to celebrate the 25th year of the reign of King George V. There are two ways in which the Canadian silver dollar is historic: It is the first ever silver dollar minted for circulation in Canada It is also the first commemorative coin minted by the Dominion of Canada The Design of the 1935 Silver Jubilee Canadian Silver Dollar The obverse…
Canada’s 50 Cent: A Forgotten Coin
Among coinage that has a long and storied history in Canada, a particularly interesting one is the 50 cent coin. While seemingly strange, this important denomination was actually the highest value coin when it was first introduced by the Dominion of Canada in 1870. The piece represented a significant sum at the time, especially considering that most workers at that time likely earned between $5 and $15 a week. Today’s Canadian 50 cent coin value is highest among collectors, especially since it is no longer minted for circulation. It existed in 5 separate series: 1870-1901 1902-1910 1911-1936 1937-1952 1953-present 1870-1901…
Colonial Acres: Answering Your Counterfeit Money Queries
Expert coin and currency collectors usually have no problem spotting fake pieces, but it seems that modern Chinese counterfeiters have set their sights on producing fake Canadian pre-Confederation tokens. A so-called 1852 Quebec Bank one-penny token and an 1843 Nova Scotia half penny were recently listed on eBay. The online marketplace has since pulled the listings down, but that still poses the question of how to recognize fake bills or coin pieces if you’re inexperienced and how to protect yourself from buying or accepting fake ones. (Visit Colonial Acres Coins for additional advice). A Worldwide Problem Counterfeit currency is an…