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What To Do When You Inherit A Coin Collection?

July 21, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

If you’ve recently inherited a coin collection, you may be at a loss as to what to do next — particularly if you’re unfamiliar with the world of coin collecting. Should you sell the collection? Should you keep it and wait for it to increase in value? Should you sell part and keep part? Regardless of your ultimate decision, there are a few initial steps you should take. First, make sure to handle and store the collection in a way that maximizes its value. Second, sort and separate the collection as you create an inventory of its contents. Third, consult...

Why Investing in Silver Bullion is on the Rise?

July 12, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

The spread of COVID-19 around the world in 2020 changed many aspects of life. For collectors of coins and precious metals as well as newcomers to the investment arena, this included an increased demand for silver bullion. At Colonial Acres Coins, we have been part of this development and watched with interest as suppliers and shops struggled to keep up with the explosive demand for silver. Usually silver rests in the shadow of gold bullion, but this passion for silver shows no signs of abating any time soon. Multiple factors are involved in the desire for silver. Forward-Thinking Silver Bullion...

Where You Can Find Canada’s Giant Toonie

July 9, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

If you’ve spent any time in Canada, the toonie is likely a familiar sight. Introduced in 1996, the two-dollar coin is one of the official Canadian coins used for normal circulation. A slightly less common sight, however, is the giant toonie. This unique item is a must-see for any numismatist in the Northumberland County area. Plus, it could make a perfect meeting spot for coin collecting enthusiasts! The Toonie Coin The toonie is one of the main coins produced by the Royal Canadian Mint. It is a circular coin with a brass-coloured inner section and a nickel-coloured outer section. This...

The 2021 Dancing Diamond Sparkle of the Heart Silver Coin

July 6, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

Few coins in the world can match this one for ornateness or intricacy. The 2021 Dancing Diamond – Sparkle of the Heart is one of those Royal Canadian Mint coins that show what the Mint is capable of. Whether you are collecting the Sparkle of the Heart series, have an eye for unusual coins or just appreciate craftsmanship, this coin is the perfect fit for your collection. The Sparkle of the Heart Series Starting in 2019, the Royal Canadian Mint has released annual coins featuring Canadian diamonds at the heart of the coin. Released in the spring, these coins can...

2021 Best Wishes On Your Wedding Day $20 Silver Coin

July 2, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

Traditionally, a wedding has been an occasion to gather family and friends to celebrate the commitment two people make to share their lives together. Unfortunately, such a celebration has been challenging during the COVID-19 pandemic because large gatherings in close spaces are exactly the environment in which the disease can travel best. Therefore, couples in Canada have had to postpone or scale down wedding plans to protect themselves and vulnerable family members. Nevertheless, according to a popular hashtag, love is not cancelled. Over the past year, couples have found creative ways to celebrate their weddings amongst the people they love...

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What To Do When You Inherit A Coin Collection?

Why Investing in Silver Bullion is on the Rise?

Where You Can Find Canada’s Giant Toonie

The 2021 Dancing Diamond Sparkle of the Heart Silver Coin

2021 Best Wishes On Your Wedding Day $20 Silver Coin

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