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Coins Representing Winter Activities

February 18, 2022 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

As the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing is upon us, now is the perfect time to check out some of the amazing coins that celebrate our favourite winter activities. It is no secret that Canadians love winter sports, so it is likely no surprise that the Royal Canadian Mint often mints coins representing some of these activities. At Colonial Acres Coins, we also have coins from other countries that are perfect for coin collecting during the Winter Olympics. 2010 Winter Olympics in Canada In 2010, Vancouver hosted the Winter Olympics. This was a time of great pride for many Canadians....

Collectable Silver Niue Coins for Retro Video Game Fans

February 17, 2022 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

Because coin collecting is popular all over the world, the Royal Canadian Mint is not the only one producing collectable coins. Some sought-after pieces come from an unexpected source, such as the South Pacific Island of Niue. The self-governing island state produces commemorative coins relating to various pop culture niches, including retro video games, such as Pac-Man, Tetris, and Sonic the Hedgehog. Where Is Niue? Also known as the "Rock of Polynesia," Niue is one of the largest coral islands in the world. It has a population of about 1,600 living within its 1,000 square miles. It is located in...

The 2022 Classic Canadian Uncirculated Proof Coin Set

February 15, 2022 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

The Royal Canadian Mint produces regular coins used for circulation and also commemorative coins for collecting. Sometimes, there is a crossover between the two. Canadian proof-like coin sets produced on an annual basis are circulation coins that are uncirculated and produced especially for collecting. The 2022 proof-like set of uncirculated coins has recently been released, and here is your opportunity to learn more about it. How Long Have Canadian Proof Coin Sets Been Released? Since 1953, the RCM has released a set of uncirculated, proof-like coins for collecting purposes on an annual basis. They come out in January, just as...

The Intrigue Behind Collecting Ancient Roman Coins Part 2

February 14, 2022 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

In January, we released a blog that started to cover the topic of ancient Roman coins. In this post, we will take a look at some of the coins from the period between 280 BCE and 96 CE. This roughly spans from the mid republic to the end of the reign of Domitian, right before the founding of the Nerva-Antonine dynasty (the “Five Good Emperors”). This is an incredible period of history and the coins from this era offer the chance to have a “hands-on” experience with part of the archaeological record from the time. Ancient Roman Coins in the...

Celebrate Love With These Coins From Colonial Acres

February 14, 2022 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

Charles M. Schulz said, "all you need is love, but a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt.” Chocolate makes a nice gift, but it’s almost immediately forgotten after Valentine’s Day. If you’re trying to find something a little more substantial than chocolate for your Valentine, look no farther than silver coins in Canada. The Royal Canadian Mint creates coins for all occasions. These three sets about love are a perfect way to demonstrate your love to your Valentine on the holiday and all year long. 2020 Canada $3 Celebration Of Love Fine Silver Coin This $3-coin is made of...

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Coins Representing Winter Activities

Collectable Silver Niue Coins for Retro Video Game Fans

The 2022 Classic Canadian Uncirculated Proof Coin Set

The Intrigue Behind Collecting Ancient Roman Coins Part 2

Celebrate Love With These Coins From Colonial Acres

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