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The History Of The Two Dollar Canadian Bill

August 17, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

Canada discontinued its two-dollar bill 25 years ago and replaced it with the toonie coin. The government then pulled tender status from this and several other banknotes in 2021. Now, this piece of Canadian paper money can be worth up to tens of thousands of dollars for a rare and perfect note. Two-Dollar Creation The two-dollar bill came into circulation in the 1800s, before the Confederation of Canada. In 1886, the Province of Canada began printing its own Canadian paper money, which included the two-dollar denomination. Starting in 1901, the Dominion of Newfoundland also printed notes that included a two-dollar...

Collecting and Understanding Canadian Coin Rolls

August 10, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

Coin collecting has many benefits. Some coins are collected simply for investment purposes. Historic coins can become worth a lot of money over time. Many coin collectors hunt for the thrill of it. It can be fun to look through pockets of change to find the coins from your birth year or another commemorative era. No matter why you collect coins, it’s always interesting to learn more about the monetary system. Canadian coin rolls are more about the hunt for coins than investing, but you may find that rare treasure when you collect Canadian coin rolls. What Is Canadian Coin...

What is Cameo Jewellery?

August 4, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

A cameo is a piece of jewellery featuring a gemstone or seashell with an image carved into it. Valued for their exquisite details and high-level workmanship, cameos have been popular for hundreds of years. The height of cameo popularity occurred during the Victorian Era, which lasted from 1837 until 1901. This is why you are most likely to see cameos in movies or television shows set in this period and amongst estate jewellery collections. Where Did Cameos Originate? Prehistoric people carved images into rocks called petroglyphs. These images feature iconography with symbolic and religious significance. Cameo jewellery originated in ancient...

New Book Featuring the 2020 Released Canadian Coins

August 2, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

Every year, the Royal Canadian Mint releases various coins. These include the year’s latest currency for circulation as well as a variety of special coins for collection and commemoration. Whether 2020 was an important year for you or you just love collecting coins, the Mint’s new book may be right for you. It is a great way to celebrate all the coins of 2020. The Book The Annual Collection book is a great way to see all the different coins that were released in 2020 and learn more about the significance behind each design. Most designs are intended only for...

New 2021 Collector Set With $2 Coin & Bank Note

July 30, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

If you're a Canadian coin enthusiast, the new 2021 Collector Set with $2 Coin and Bank Note is the perfect addition to your coin collection. Produced by the Royal Canadian Mint, this coin and banknote set celebrates the rich history of the Canadian toonie. Here's everything you need to know about what makes this set so special. The History While Canadian currency has been around for centuries, it evolved to its current form starting in the 1850s, when Canada decided to adopt a currency system that resembled the one the United States used. The government issued both coins and (from...

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The History Of The Two Dollar Canadian Bill

Collecting and Understanding Canadian Coin Rolls

What is Cameo Jewellery?

New Book Featuring the 2020 Released Canadian Coins

New 2021 Collector Set With $2 Coin & Bank Note

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