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$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....

Remembering the Iconic Hockey Summit Series 50th Anniversary Coin

November 29, 2022 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

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...

Why Vintage Jewellery Is a Great Christmas Gift

November 25, 2022 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

“Vintage” is defined as being characterized by excellence, maturity, and enduring appeal, so it’s no wonder that vintage jewellery pieces are in high demand by those who enjoy the finer things in life. The look and style of classic items are hard to replicate with today’s mass-production techniques. If you’re in search of perfect presents for the special people on your Christmas shopping list this year, why not give them one-of-a-kind vintage and estate jewellery? Here are just a few reasons why these unique pieces make great gifts for the treasured folks with whom you’ll share the season. Timeless Style...

The Best Coins for Kids this Holiday Season

November 23, 2022 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

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

November 21, 2022 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

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...

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$20 Silver Coin of Canadas Unexplained Phenomena: The Yukon Encounter

Remembering the Iconic Hockey Summit Series 50th Anniversary Coin

Why Vintage Jewellery Is a Great Christmas Gift

The Best Coins for Kids this Holiday Season

New Brunswick Coin and Token History at a Glance

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