Every image on the back of the circulation coins from the Royal Canadian Mint tells a story. However, it does not necessarily tell the entire story. The “Bigger Picture” Canada mint coins take the familiar images from the reverse of Canadian circulation coins and place them in a broader context so the viewer can understand more about the image and why it is significant. The newest addition to the Bigger Picture series is a five-ounce coin in 99.99% pure silver with selective gold plating, and it celebrates the polar bear on the back of the Canadian two-dollar coin, or Toonie….
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Chinese Zodiac Coins: January Garnet Birthstone
January’s birthstone, the garnet, is a beautiful red stone that symbolizes truth and faith. Legend has it that Noah used a garnet stone as a light on the ark. In Rome, in the third and fourth centuries, warriors would wear a garnet when they went into battle for protection. Ancient Egyptians wore garnets to protect against bad dreams. The different zodiac birthstone coin sets are the perfect gift for anyone born in January or those who want to expand their coin collection. Below we will highlight some of the sets that the Royal Canadian Mint has released over the years….
The Quest for Queen Elizabeth Keepsakes and Collectible Coins
At the time of her death on Sept. 8th, 2022, Queen Elizabeth II was the longest-serving monarch in the history of the British throne. Her death is one of the most significant world events of the year. Queen Elizabeth has appeared on Canadian paper money and coins since she acceded to the throne, and in some cases, even before. Interest in purchasing Queen Elizabeth coins has increased substantially since her death. Why Has Interest in Queen Elizabeth Coins For Sale Increased? Queen Elizabeth II’s reign lasted over 70 years. She has been the only monarch most Canadians have ever known….
Magic of the Seasons $50 Silver Coin
For children, there is nothing as wonderful as the fun of waking up on Christmas morning and seeing what surprises Santa Claus has left for them. Some people say that Santa Claus isn’t real, but even if some of the stories about him are embellished, he was based on a historical figure, so the legend has a basis in fact. The Royal Canadian Mint celebrates Santa Claus and the joy his storied exploits have brought to children for hundreds of years with a commemorative $50 silver coin that offers its own special holiday surprise. The Origins of Santa Claus The…
$30 100th Anniversary of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Silver Coin
The largest indoor agricultural and equestrian event in the world has taken place in Canada for a century and continues to this day. The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair began in 1922 and has taken place in Toronto almost every year since then. The Royal Canadian Mint commemorates the 100th anniversary of the fair with a new $30 silver coin. Events at the Fair The purpose of the fair is to allow farmers and producers to exhibit crops and livestock, as well as crafts, such as jams and pickles, that they have made from their harvests. Livestock exhibits include over 6,000…
$20 Silver Coin of Canadas Unexplained Phenomena: The Yukon Encounter
Sightings of unidentified flying objects have taken place across Canada over several decades, in both large cities and remote areas. The Royal Canadian Mint has examined these strange events in a series of commemorative “Unexplained Phenomena” Canadian coins that began in 2018. The newest $20 silver coin in the series, released in 2022, recreates the Yukon Encounter. The Encounter as Related by Witnesses Altogether, over 31 people reported seeing a UFO in the sky over the Yukon on December 11, 1996. The initial sightings took place over Fox Lake along the Klondike highway, where they were witnessed by multiple motorists….
Remembering the Iconic Hockey Summit Series 50th Anniversary Coin
If there’s one sport synonymous with Canada, it’s hockey. Canada dominated the Winter Olympics in hockey from 1920 to 1952. The Soviet Union took over in 1956, when they first entered the competition, winning 7 gold medals over the next 9 Olympic games. In 1972, Canada did not send a team to the Olympics. The team boycotted the games because the International Ice Hockey Federation opposed allowing professional players in international competitions. Instead, Canada organized eight games against the Soviet Union in a competition known as the Summit Series. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the series, the Royal Canadian…
The Best Coins for Kids this Holiday Season
The holiday season can be fun and exciting, especially for children. Nevertheless, if you have a child in your life, it can be challenging to choose a gift that he or she will truly love. This year, consider the range of collectible Canadian coins for sale when thinking about a gift for a child. There are many coin designs that align with children’s interests, and the gift may spark an interest in coin collecting that could last a lifetime. Here are some suggestions of coins for kids that could make great holiday gifts. Cartoon Characters Animation allows the creators of…
New Brunswick Coin and Token History at a Glance
It’s easy to take our modern money system for granted. Imagine taking English and American money to the store and attempting to buy a car from a local merchant. Prior to Confederation, this was the situation in much of what is now Canada. New Brunswick Canadian tokens are part of the history of our nation. Learn more about the early economy of New Brunswick and how the coin token evolved into what we know today. Early European Settlers Indigenous peoples inhabited New Brunswick dating to 7000 BC. The first Europeans who visited New Brunswick were documented in 1534. Eventually, the…
Collage Showing the Amazing Colours of Canada on this $50 Silver Coin
Amazing Colours of Canada Featured on a Single Silver Coin Canada is a vast country filled with diverse landscapes and a wide array of wildlife. With help from a Montreal-based tattoo artist, the Royal Canadian Mint has released a new commemorative Canadian coin silver that seeks to show harmony in diversity through a collage that makes use of colour-over-engraving to showcase the many regions and landmarks of Canada at their most vibrant. The Design Behind the $50 Canadian Collage Silver Coin In the background of the coin’s reverse image are a number of engraved maple leaves swirling around as if…
