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History of the Dollar Bill in Canada and Around the World

May 5, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

While numismatic collecting tends to focus primarily on coins, many people also have an interest in collecting world paper money. The basic monetary unit in Canada and many other countries around the world is the dollar. While many countries worldwide still use a paper dollar bill, Canada has not for over 30 years. This makes Canadian dollar bills somewhat rare and more collectible. What Countries Use the Dollar? The dollar is the basic monetary unit in Canada, the United States, and other current or former British colonies, such as Australia and New Zealand. Many countries in the Caribbean also call...

Coin History: First Five-Cent Nickel Coin Struck in Canada

May 3, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

The Canadian nickel has a long and exciting history. Though the country has had a five-cent denomination since 1858, it hasn’t always been made out of pure nickel. While our circulation coins are now made in Canada, they were produced in England for much of this country's history. Early History of the Five-Cent Coin Canada is currently divided up into ten provinces and three territories, but in the mid 19th century, the entire country was a colonial province of Britain. In 1858, England's Royal Mint rolled out new coins explicitly designed for the Province of Canada. The five-cent piece was...

Chunky Gold Jewellery That’s Making a Comeback in 2021

April 29, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

While some fashion statements take decades to reappear, gold jewellery has been a consistent favourite of men and women for ages. These accessories have been known to be used for symbolic, religious and functional purposes. In 2021, a specific style of gold adornment is on-trend: chunky gold everything. Whether you are a fan of rings, bracelets, earrings or necklaces, chunky gold pieces are a must-have this season. Thankfully, many of these trendy baubles have found popularity in years past, so you won't have any trouble finding a good selection - even in your own closet. Rings Rings have been used...

Beaver Bullion – A Unique Canadian Product

April 26, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

Most coin collectors eventually come across silver bullion. If you are interested in bullion or Canadian precious collectibles, you have likely seen some Beaver Bullion rounds or bars. This is a unique product with some truly Canadian characteristics. It may make an excellent addition to your collection, especially if you are interested in silver bullion. What Is Beaver Bullion? Beaver Bullion is a privately owned and operated Canadian silver company. Run by John Masterson, it produces hand-poured bullion products. Most famously, they feature images of beavers. However, the company also makes skulls, snakes and other designs. Masterson created Beaver Bullion...

A Look at Edwardian Silver Jewellery

April 24, 2021 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

The beautiful, intricate silver jewellery of the Edwardian era delights people today as much as it did when it was created in the dawn of the 20th century. The age of Edward VII is the last time in history that an English monarch gave his name to a style of jewellery, and Edwardian pieces are still valued now. The Edwardian Era of Art Nouveau King Edward VII ruled England from 1901 to 1910, though the Edwardian era is usually considered to begin earlier, while Edward was still Prince of Wales, and to extend through to 1914 when World War I...

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History of the Dollar Bill in Canada and Around the World

Coin History: First Five-Cent Nickel Coin Struck in Canada

Chunky Gold Jewellery That’s Making a Comeback in 2021

Beaver Bullion – A Unique Canadian Product

A Look at Edwardian Silver Jewellery

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