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Bullion Coins 101: Understanding These Exciting Coins

February 10, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

Bullion coins are some of the most interesting and useful coins made by the Royal Canadian Mint and other mints around the world. These are different from regular coins and other collectible coins. They can play a unique role in your numismatic undertakings. However, a lot of people don’t fully understand what they are or how to use them. The following information will help you get started with bullion coins. What Are Bullion Coins? Standard coins made for circulation have varying combinations of common and precious metals and are usually worth their face value. Collectible coins, including limited-run commemorative ones,...

Is Gold Jewellery Coming Back in Style?

February 8, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

Fashion trends come and go, and they always will. What was popular yesterday might not be popular today, so don’t feel bad if that new ring you just bought will need to sit in storage for a while. The good news is the world just needs some time and then you can wear that same ring and be “in style.” Something that will never truly die out, although it does have its ups and downs, is gold. Today it’s starting to come back! Why is that? Value Even if the most popular person in Hollywood claims gold is ugly and...

Superman Then & Now Coin Set Is A Great Gift Idea

February 5, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

“Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound.” If those words bring back fond memories of spending Saturdays with one of the most iconic superheroes, then you’ll want to get your hands on this Superman coin. Superman wasn’t the first superhero, but he is considered one of the most recognizable and it was his launch that started the Golden Age of Comic Books in the late 1930s. The Superman 50-cent coin was minted to honour the 75th anniversary of Superman. Why Superman? Superman was the best-selling superhero in American...

What are the Different Kinds of Coin Collectors?

February 3, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

There's a lot of enjoyment and satisfaction to be gained from the hobby of collecting coins. However, coin collectors have various reasons for taking it up. All of these reasons are completely valid, but your motivation for collecting may affect your approach, e.g., whether you buy coin rolls or look for individual pieces. Perhaps you have collected coins for years without really thinking about why you do it or what makes it enjoyable for you. It can be interesting to examine the different types of collectors to find out which category you fit in and what that says about you....

What is the Difference Between Bullion & Proof Coins?

February 1, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

If you're new to coin collecting, the different terminology used can be very confusing. You know that silver bullion Canada and proofs both refer to coins. They may even have the exact same designs. What is the difference between the two, and why does it matter? The main differences between bullion and proof coins are the purposes for which each is struck and the process used to produce each. Whether you should obtain bullion or proof coins depends upon your goal in collecting. Bullion Bullion coins are stamped with special designs, just as proof coins are. This may make them...

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