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…
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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…
What To Do With Inherited Coins? Part 2
You inherited some coins and would now like to sell them. When you have coins for sale, you can be taken advantage of if you have no prior experience with the procedures. Unfortunately, there are people in the coin collecting business that will may try to take advantage of you. We’ve already covered some selling tips in Part 1 of this two-part series, so here are some more to keep in mind when selling the coins you’ve inherited safely and for top dollar: Identification Catalogue & inventory Properly understanding your collection’s value Easy & cheap don’t go hand-in-hand when it…
Coin Roll Hunting For Canadian Nickels 101
Coin roll hunting in Canada can turn out to be a both fun and lucrative activity. Is the Canadian nickel worth any money? There are certain coins you’d be wise to keep based on their numismatic and metal value, because coin rolls containing Canadian nickels before a certain date are more valuable due to a higher amount of nickel and because of rarity. Here are coins to be on the lookout for when Canadian coin roll hunting. Coin Roll Hunting Canada: Nickels Minted Before 1982 In the early 1980s, nickel prices increased significantly, making it more expensive to use for…
Selling The Coins That You’ve Inherited – Part 1
If you inherit a coin collection, you have two major options of what you can do with them. One, you could try to keep it and learn more about coins (if you’re not an enthusiast already) in order to expand it. Or two, you could do your best to sell it, hopefully for a profit. Most people who inherit a coin collection opt for selling it, but it can be a troublesome challenge. There are many ways you can get yourself taken advantage of and ripped off, which is why you’ll be able to get some great tips for avoiding…
