Every two years, as the Olympic Games return—Summer and Winter—the world comes together to cheer on its athletes. Jerseys change, host cities rotate, but one tradition has quietly grown into a global hobby: collecting Olympic coins. From the early modern commemoratives struck for Helsinki in 1951–52 to the massive multi-coin programs for cities like Montreal, Moscow, Los Angeles, Barcelona, Beijing, London, Rio and beyond, host nations have used coins to share the spirit of the Games with collectors at home and around the world. With Milano Cortina 2026 on the horizon (February 6–22, 2026) and Los Angeles 2028 following soon…
Starter Coin Collections and Kits: Perfect Holiday Gifts for New and Young Collectors
The best holiday gifts don’t just get opened — they get used, loved, and remembered for years. A starter coin collection or coin collecting kit for kids does exactly that. It’s fun, educational, and can spark a lifelong hobby that grows right along with your child or grandchild. At Colonial Acres Coins, you’ll find plenty of beginner-friendly options in the Young Collectors and Holiday Gift Ideas sections, including starter kits, paper note packs, coin banks, and entry-level Canadian decimal sets. If you’re looking for gifts for young coin collectors or just want to encourage beginner coin collecting in Canada, this…
Start Collecting with the 2026 Uncirculated Coin Set
For generations, the Royal Canadian Mint’s Classic Uncirculated Coin Set has been one of the most popular annual releases among collectors, families, and gift-givers. The 2026 Classic Uncirculated Coin Set continues this cherished tradition, offering an affordable and beautifully curated collection of Canada’s most iconic circulating coins, all presented in pristine, uncirculated condition. Whether you’re new to the hobby, shopping for a meaningful gift, or adding to an existing collection, this annual set remains one of the best ways to experience Canadian coinage at its finest. Now available at Colonial Acres Coins, the 2026 edition is ready to be part of…
2025 $20 The Gilded Sundial Coin: Where Art, History, and Time Converge
The Royal Canadian Mint is known for turning history, science, and art into extraordinary collectible coins, and the 2025 $20 The Gilded Sundial Fine Silver Coin is no exception. This stunning piece doesn’t just celebrate the world’s oldest timekeeping device; it is one. Crafted in 99.99% pure silver and accented with brilliant gold plating, this innovative coin features a functional sundial that truly works when placed under sunlight. A perfect fusion of form and function, it pays homage to centuries of human ingenuity and the timeless beauty of solar timekeeping. Available now at Colonial Acres Coins, this limited-edition collectible invites…
2025 $20 Legend of the Dreamcatcher Coin: A Story of Love, Protection, and Tradition
The Royal Canadian Mint has long celebrated the artistry and storytelling traditions that define Canada’s cultural heritage. It’s 2025 $20 Legend of the Dreamcatcher Fine Silver Coin continues that legacy with a moving tribute to Anishinaabe teachings and the universal themes of love, protection, and harmony. Designed by Anishinaabe artist Emily Kewageshig, this captivating coin beautifully blends traditional symbolism with contemporary artistry, making it one of the most meaningful releases of 2025. Crafted in 99.99% pure silver, it’s both a collectible and a reminder of the power of love and cultural identity. Available now at Colonial Acres Coins, this coin…
2025 Honouring Canada’s Unknown Soldier Commemorative Coins and Keepsake
In 2025, the Royal Canadian Mint invites Canadians to reflect on sacrifice, service, and remembrance with the release of the $2 Honouring Canada’s Unknown Soldier Commemorative Circulation Coin and the Commemorative Collector Keepsake Card. Designed by Mary-Ann Liu, the sculptor of the bronze relief on the actual Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, this beautifully crafted coin marks the 25ᵗʰ anniversary of one of Canada’s most profound moments of remembrance, the repatriation and entombment of Canada’s Unknown Soldier at the National War Memorial in Ottawa. Now available at Colonial Acres Coins, this special coin and keepsake honours not only one fallen…
2026 $1 Peace Dollar Fine Silver Coin: Peace Crowned in Gold
The Royal Canadian Mint continues one of its most inspiring and symbolic traditions with the release of the 2026 $1 Peace Dollar Fine Silver Coin. Crafted in 99.99% pure silver and crowned with selective yellow gold plating, this breathtaking collectible captures the enduring values of harmony, resilience, and hope that define Canada’s national spirit. Now available at Colonial Acres Coins, the 2026 edition shines as both an artistic triumph and a heartfelt message, a radiant reminder that peace remains the most precious treasure of all. The Evolution of Canada’s Peace Dollar Introduced by the Royal Canadian Mint in 2020, the…
2025 $20 Animal Portraits: Grey Wolf Coin: Completing this Wild Series
The Royal Canadian Mint has once again captured the beauty and spirit of Canada’s wildlife with the release of the 2025 $20 Animal Portraits: Grey Wolf Fine Silver Coin, the final piece in the captivating three-coin Animal Portraits series. Following the success of the Polar Bear and Elk releases, this closing chapter features one of Canada’s most iconic and mysterious animals: the Grey Wolf (Canis lupus). Crafted in 99.99% pure silver with selective yellow gold plating, this coin brings the wild home in a way that is both elegant and deeply symbolic. Now available at Colonial Acres Coins, this collectible…
Experience Art in Silver: 2025 Lawren S. Harris Baffin Island Coin
The Royal Canadian Mint continues its tradition of transforming iconic Canadian art into timeless collectibles with the 2025 $50 “Baffin Island Mountains” Fine Silver Coin. Inspired by the bold, spiritual landscapes of legendary artist Lawren S. Harris, this coin is a breathtaking tribute to Canada’s northern beauty and artistic heritage. Now available at Colonial Acres Coins, this 5 oz. fine silver masterpiece captures the stark elegance of Harris’s original painting in stunning sculpted details, a perfect blend of fine art and minting mastery. From Canvas to Coin: The Art of Transformation In this exquisite release, the Royal Canadian Mint reimagines…
2025 “A Whimsical Tale” Steam Locomotive Steampunk Silver Coin
The Royal Canadian Mint is known for pushing the boundaries of creativity, craftsmanship, and storytelling, and its latest release, the 2025 $50 “A Whimsical Tale: Steam Locomotive” Fine Silver Coin, is one of its most imaginative designs to date. This 3 oz. fine silver collectible invites you to step into a world where retro-futuristic machinery meets Victorian-era elegance, blending fantasy and technology in a captivating steampunk theme. It’s more than a coin, it’s an adventure through art, history, and imagination. Now available at Colonial Acres Coins, this coin marks a first for the Royal Canadian Mint and an unforgettable addition…
