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The Quest for Queen Elizabeth Keepsakes and Collectible Coins

December 19, 2022 Posted by: Colonial Acres 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

December 16, 2022 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

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...

Check out These Royal Canadian Mint Winter-Themed Coins

December 14, 2022 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

One of Canada’s best features is that all four seasons can be fully enjoyed. If you agree with Robert Frost, who said, “You can't get too much winter in the winter,” celebrate your love of all things snow with Canadian coins that make great gifts for the holidays. These beautiful coins also make a great addition to your own collection to remember the winter months when you’re sweltering in the midst of summer. 2012 25-cent Birds of Canada - Evening Grosbeak The evening grosbeak is considered an “irregular migrant,” which means they are often spotted in winter in Canada. This...

$30 100th Anniversary of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Silver Coin

December 12, 2022 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

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

December 8, 2022 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

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....

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