The new Christmas holiday coins have arrived from the Royal Canadian Mint, and they feature multiple unique and beautiful designs. Celebrate your family’s holiday traditions with these Royal Canadian Mint Christmas coins. Explore the different designs that came out with this release as you take the time to reflect on the holiday pastimes that bring families together. The Magic of the Season Few Christmas gift coins spark as much awe as the 2023 The Magic of the Season Fine Silver $20 coin. Only 7,500 coins were minted with this image of Santa riding his reindeer-pulled magical sleigh across the moonlit…
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Understanding the Different Canadian Coin Finishes
The Royal Canadian Mint offers many unique and beautiful finishes of special coins for collectors like you. Recent advances in minting technology have allowed for exact applications of textures and patterns, and today, there are many more coin finishes. Here, we take the opportunity to explain the different Canadian coin finishes and cover some of our products as examples. Deepening your knowledge of the finishes used to produce coins in your collection will deepen your appreciation for the coins themselves and connect you with the manufacturing process, allowing you to truly feel the “soul” of the coin. Brilliant Uncirculated The…
2024 Fractional Set: 45th Anniversary of the Gold Maple Leaf
The Royal Canadian Mint’s Gold Maple Leaf coin has long been treasured by collectors and investors alike. The first coin to achieve a .9999 grade for purity, these stunning coins are a valuable and striking piece of numismatic history. In celebration of the coin’s sapphire anniversary, the Royal Canadian Mint has released a special 2024 offering. Introducing the 45th anniversary Gold Maple Leaf fractional set. Comprised of four coins of varying size and value, this limited-release set is certain to be highly sought after. Learn the History Behind the 45th Anniversary Gold Maple Leaf Fractional Set The Royal Canadian Mint introduced the…
2023 Royal Canadian Mint Coins Honouring Elsie MacGill
Elsie MacGill was one of the most inspirational people in Canadian history. Not only was she brilliant, becoming the first woman in North America to earn a master’s degree in aeronautical engineering in 1929, but she was also a vocal advocate for women’s rights and believed in championing everyone to become their best selves. The Royal Canadian Mint wants to celebrate her life and legacy by producing the Elsie MacGill commemorative coin. Colonial Acres Coins is proud to do our part to celebrate the contributions Elsie MacGill made to the world. We stock the collectible coin so you can add…
Check Out the 2023 Royal Canadian Mint $50 Silver Coin: The Monarch and the Bloom
Springtime unfurls a vibrant tapestry of life, enveloping the world in an abundance of colours and the joyous symphony of rejuvenation. It’s a season that celebrates new beginnings, inviting us to witness the majestic dance of nature as it awakens from its winter slumber. The Royal Canadian Mint unveiled a flawless coin capturing the essence of spring with the majestic Monarch Butterfly. This exquisite 2023 $50 5 oz silver coin features a stunning 3D design portraying the monarch gracefully fluttering around an aster flower. This blog is poised to take you on a delightful journey through the spring season, where…
From History to Rarity: Exploring the Fascinating World of U.S. Morgan Silver Dollars
The Morgan silver dollar is one of the most popular and collectible of all American coins and has a fascinating history. It was designed by a British-born assistant engraver, minted after the U.S. had moved to the gold standard and required an act of the U.S. Congress to come into being. Minted during the tumultuous years of America’s Gilded Age, the Morgan silver dollar’s history is intertwined with westward expansion, adventurism, rapid industrialization and political tactics. Discover more about the coin’s history, rarity and collectibility below. Tracing the Morgan Silver Dollars History Prior to 1873, silver bullion producers were allowed…
Learn More About the Mi’kmaq Creation Story With This $20 Coin
In 2021 The Royal Canadian Mint introduced the Generations Collection which releases a new coin yearly honouring Canada’s Indigenous peoples and designed by Indigenous artists. The first coin in 2021 showcased the work of Nunatsiavut artist Jason Sikoak and tells the Inuit story of the sea goddess Nuliajuk. The 2022 coin features the work of Métis artist Jennine Krauchi and relays the story of the Red River Métis. Recently, the 2023 $20 Generations: Mi’kmaq Creation Story Fine Silver Coin was released and is the first coin in the collection to highlight one of Canada’s First Nations groups. Imagine owning a…
Unveiling the 2024 Lunar Year of the Dragon Coin
The Lunar New Year is an essential holiday in many Asian countries, including China. Unlike the Gregorian calendar, the Lunar calendar follows the moon’s cycle, with each month starting on the new moon. The Lunar New Year celebrates this calendar’s new beginning, which also introduces the next zodiac animal in the 12-year cycle. According to Chinese astrology, 2024 is the Year of the Dragon, and the Royal Canadian Mint released a new coin design to commemorate it. Keep reading to learn more about the impressive designs. Lunar Year of the Dragon Coins Released in the 2024 Collection Every year, the…
2023 $50 Coin Featuring a Collage of Canadian Four Seasons
Every season in Canada is worth enjoying. Canadian fall, with crisp autumn mornings, the wonder of winter, with frosted landscapes throughout many of the provinces, the rebirth of greenery in the spring and the liveliness of summer all make Canada a great place to thrive. Join us as we look into the captivating details of this 2023 Royal Canadian Mint $50 Four Seasons Collage silver coin. Get ready to be amazed and learn more about why we should appreciate Canada’s natural beauty! Four Seasons Coin Celebrating Canada’s Natural Beauty The colours of spring, summer, fall and winter are brought to…
National Indigenous Peoples Day 2023 Canadian Coins
Celebrate the rich Indigenous heritage of Canada with National Indigenous Peoples Day! Formerly known as National Aboriginal Day, this special day was first recognized on June 21, 1996. These keepsakes are not only a fantastic way to honour important historical moments, but also a wonderful addition to any coin collection. In this article, we take a closer look at the different commemorative coins and sets available at Colonial Acres, who designed them and what makes them such a great addition to your coin collection. Explore the Rich Heritage of Indigenous People With These 2023 Coins Discover the beauty of Indigenous…
