Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:35 pmComic book fans are in for a real treat: the premiere team-up of DC Comics Super Heroes made it to the big screen in Justice League. Behind the comic book pages and the scenes of the film, on the other hand, the Royal Canadian Mint has also decided to treat Justice League fans with a 3-coin set celebrating the legendary comic book. The best part? Each coin’s reverse features original art by the artist of the flagship Justice League title: Canadian artist Jason Fabok. Fabok’s designs were specifically created for RCM coins,…
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How to Keep Your Coin Collection in Mint Condition
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:36 pmIf you are collecting coins, you’ll know just how important it is to make sure that you keep them in good condition. The Royal Canadian Mint has a lot of valuable information on rare coins, coin collections, and more. It also produces all of Canada’s circulation coins, so it’s a great place to start if you are interested in coins, what they are worth, and how to start coin collecting on your own. It’s a great resource for anyone looking for the history of coins and how circulation works. If you want…
The Royal Canadian Mint Offers Collector Coins for Kids
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:36 pmThe Royal Canadian Mint is an institution that has certainly done its share of supplying domestic and world collectors with exquisite and beautiful specimens for their collections. However, one demographic that has traditionally not been as interested in coins are youngsters. That is why this year the Mint offers several masterfully crafted editions of coins that are guaranteed to appeal to the youngest population. Coin collecting has traditionally been a hobby reserved for adult connoisseurs. That is not the case anymore. The Royal Canadian Mint now caters to children as well, as a…
The Royal Canadian Mint NHL Coin Set: A Great Gift for Young Fans
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:36 pmIt is often said that Canadian toddlers start reaching for the hockey stick as soon as they start walking. This comes as no surprise, as hockey is as much a symbol of Canada as the maple leaf. The Royal Canadian Mint takes great pride in celebrating this age-old Canadian tradition with its Learning to Play: Pure Silver Coloured 7-Coin Subscription. Every True Hockey Lover Deserves This Limited Edition Canadian Coin Set When it comes to Canadian coins, there’s hardly a better example of an ideal gift for a young hockey fan than…
History of the Lucky Loonie
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmThe Lucky Loonie is today one of the best-known symbols of Canada and it fares right up there with the maple leaf, maple syrup, great outdoors, hockey and numerous other things that make Canada so well-known around the world. However, few people are aware of how it was that the Loonie became part of Canadian lore. The Royal Canadian Mint produces the Loonie at its facility in Winnipeg. It is essentially a simple, gold-coloured Canadian one dollar coin introduced back in 1987. The reason for its name is the fact that it…
Celebrate Canada’s Independence with $200 and $250 Pure Gold Coins
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmMany coin collectors choose to collect mint bullion due to the investment factor involved. The Royal Canadian Mint creates quality bullion products with strict security measures in place so collectors can be sure they are purchasing pure gold or silver coins. For 2017, Canada is celebrating their 150th birthday and the Royal Canadian Mint has created new gold coins to commemorate this occasion. Below are two examples of such coins and more about how security measures are used in order to ensure the coins are authentic and contain pure gold. 2017 $200…
Celebrating Canada 150th with Special $10 and $30 Silver Coins
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmCanada is celebrating their 150th birthday this year, with the entire year focusing on celebrations and honouring this special occasion. The Royal Canadian Mint has gotten in on the celebration fun by creating unique coins depicting images that show the true nature and love of Canada. Coin collectors can choose from a nice selection of individual coins as well as sets and proofs to add to their collection that represent the special anniversary of the country. Below are a few examples of silver coins you can purchase to commemorate the occasion. 2017…
Our Home and Native Land Enameled Special Edition Silver Dollar
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmUnless you have been living under a rock deep in the woods, then you know 2017 signifies the 150th Anniversary of Canada. It’s the official birthday of the country this month and several areas are featuring celebrations to enjoy, with the Royal Canadian Mint creating special coins and coin sets to commemorate the occasion. One such coin set to launch soon is the 2017 Enameled Special Edition Proof Silver Dollar – Our Home and Native Land. This coin celebrates what it means to be Canadian and is a perfect keepsake to remember…
Celebrate Canada’s 150th Year of Independence with the Royal Canadian Mint’s $10 Silver Common Loon
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmThis year marks the 150th anniversary of Canada, a significant milestone in the history of the nation. To commemorate the occasion as they do with other significant events in history, the Royal Canadian Mint has decided to create a collection of coins to honour the nation and its rich heritage. Throughout the provinces of Canada, there is beauty to be seen. The Royal Canadian Mint has partnered with Canadian Geographic to create a unique set of coins to commemorate something beautiful in every region of the nation. The $10 Fine Silver Common…
The Story Behind the Royal Canadian Mint’s Canada 150th Peyto Lake Coin
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmEvery coin produced by the Royal Canadian Mint tells a story. From coins with symbols depicting the latest monarch to coins with symbols representing common animals of Canada, each coin produced has its own legacy and meaning. For 2017, several coins have been produced that represent the nation in a variety of ways in honour of the Canada 150 celebrations. One such example of a 2017 new coin is the $10 Canada’s 150th Peyto Lake Coin. This coin has a unique story and is a great way in which to celebrate the…
