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2023 Remembrance Day Silver Coin Features the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

November 13, 2023 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

Canada's Remembrance Day is solemnly observed each year on November 11, as a heartfelt tribute to the courageous Canadian soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country and the world. Inspired by the timeless poem "In Flanders Fields," the poppy has long served as a poignant symbol of Canadian wartime dedication. In 2004, the Royal Canadian Mint introduced a commemorative Remembrance Day silver coin, adorned with a vibrant red poppy. This year's design captures the essence of the poppy, alongside a poignant depiction of a veteran and his grandchild at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The...

2023 35th Anniversary of the Silver Maple Leaf Bullion Coin

November 9, 2023 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

The maple leaf, a timeless Canadian symbol, has held significance for centuries, even pre-dating the nation itself. It's no wonder that the Royal Canadian Mint selected this iconic emblem to grace the design of its $5 silver bullion coin. The Silver Maple Leaf coin is a coveted treasure among collectors, renowned for its exceptional purity, making it an ideal choice among investors for its exceptional purity. This year the Mint marks its 35th anniversary as a premiere bullion coin with a special 5-ounce gold-plated collectible.. At Colonial Acres Coins, we offer an extensive range of rare coins to enrich any...

A Fun Look at The Different Kinds of Coin Collectors

October 30, 2023 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

Whether you have just started with a small coin collection, or you have been collecting for years, this hobby is one of the oldest "collecting" hobbies there is. You might be surprised to find out that there are many different kinds of coin collectors, each with a particular interest and collection focus. Are you curious about what type of coin collector you are? Today we will cover all of the different types of Canadian coin collectors. See if any of the coin collector "types" described below apply to you. World Coin Collector World coin collecting is how a lot of...

A Symbol of Strength Shown on This 2023 Grizzly Bear Coin

October 25, 2023 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

The 2023 Grizzly Bear Coin from the Royal Canadian Mint celebrates the power and strength of one of the most majestic creatures in the Canadian wilderness. Artist Emily Damstra has masterfully crafted an image that captures the essence of this amazing animal, putting it on display for all to see. The grizzly bear is a fascinating creature that has long been revered for its strength and resilience. With this coin, collectors can now bring a piece of that majesty home with them. Available in both pure gold and silver editions, the 2023 Grizzly Bear Coin is a true work of...

Discover the Beauty in the Snowflake With this Royal Canadian Mint Coin

October 23, 2023 Posted by: Colonial Acres Coins

Those of us in Canada certainly know snow, and what better way for us to honour this universally relatable aspect of the experience than with the Royal Canadian Mint 2023 Snowflake Coin? This is a particularly unique coin in any collection due to its unusual hexagonal shape. The shape of this coin is not random or arbitrary but is based on the way that snowflakes naturally form. It is intended to evoke the feeling of the brief beauty of a single snowflake, in the form of an image that you can keep in your coin collection for a lifetime. How...

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