The 2023 Royal Canadian Mint polar bear coin has been released and appeals to investors and collectors alike. Though the largest carnivore to live primarily on land, polar bears are born small and helpless. Fortunately, polar bear females are excellent mothers, going to great lengths to protect their cubs and teach them the skills they need to survive. The Majestic Polar Bear coin depicts the special relationship between the mother polar bear and her cubs. Polar Bear Pregnancy Polar bears have an eight-month gestation period. During the first four months, the fertilized egg forms a blastocyst, a hollow ball of…
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Colonial Acres: 2023 Gold And Silver Majestic Polar Bear And Cubs Coins
May 17, 2023 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins
What Are Some of Canada’s Rarest Coins?
May 15, 2023 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins
Coin collecting often gets overlooked as a hobby because it doesn’t have the thrills of sports or the productivity of knitting or sewing. Although it is a quiet hobby, it does have its moments. George Cook, one of Canada’s most well-known numismatists, had a fine collection of rare Canadian coins that went on display across North America before heading to auction. While you may never find some of these coins for your own collection, you can start collecting coins and building a private collection that has meaning for you and your family. Here are some of the most rare Canadian…
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Why Buy Royal Canadian Mint Gold Bullion At Colonial?
May 11, 2023 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins
Gold is a precious metal that has been used for centuries for its beauty, durability, and rarity. Gold bullion (in bars or ingots) is also a valuable investment, since its value has held steady over years and decades. Here we will take a closer look at gold, including its history, why it is so valuable, and why it still matters today. History of Gold Gold has been used by humans for thousands of years. The earliest known use of gold dates back to 6,000 B.C.E. in Mesopotamia. Gold was used to make jewelry, coins, dinnerware, and garment stitching. It was…
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Why Is the Battle of Vimy Ridge Canada’s Most Celebrated Military Victory?
April 28, 2023 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins
Royal Canadian Mint coin collecting is an excellent way to preserve tributes to Canadian history, and the Battle of Vimy Ridge $2, $3, $20 and $100 coins are no exception. Masterfully designed, these coins celebrate the 100th anniversary of an important event in Canada’s history: the three-day conflict that ended with a noteworthy Allied advancement. This battle became a turning point for the country — not only for the military achievement but for its effect on the Canadian national identity. What Is the Battle of Vimy Ridge? The Battle of Vimy Ridge occurred in Vimy, France, during the First World…
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The Latest Coin in the Colourful Birds Series Shows off the Northern Cardinal
April 25, 2023 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins
The third coin in the Colourful Birds series of commemorative coins from the Royal Canadian Mint depicts the Northern Cardinal. The cardinal is one of few bird species that are present in Canada all year round, bringing a dash of bright red to a season shrouded in white. The cardinal coin follows previous entries in the series depicting the Blue jay and the Cedar Waxwing. Where Are Cardinals Found in Canada? Cardinals are found primarily in Ontario and the southeastern regions of the country. However, in recent years, the cardinals’ range has expanded west as far as Manitoba and northeast…
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