The Royal Canadian Mint has just announced its latest offerings for September 2024, featuring a diverse and intriguing collection of collectible coins that are sure to capture the interest of numismatists and enthusiasts alike.
Among the new releases is the 2024 $20 Canada’s Unexplained Phenomena: The Langenburg Event Pure Silver Coin. This coin is part of the ongoing series that explores Canada’s mysterious encounters. The latest addition revisits the Langenburg Event of September 1, 1974, when a farmer in Langenburg, Saskatchewan, reported seeing unusual saucer-shaped objects hovering above his fields. The coin features innovative blacklight paint technology that reveals the eerie details of this unexplained phenomenon, making it a must-have for collectors of the strange and unexplained.
Adding to the festive spirit, the Mint has released the 2024 50 Cent Trimming the Holiday Tree Coin. This charming coin captures the warmth and joy of holiday traditions with a scene that shifts from daytime preparations to an evening gathering, thanks to lenticular technology. It’s a delightful keepsake for the holiday season.
For those looking to create meaningful memories, the 2024 Holiday Gift Set is an ideal choice. Packaged like a greeting card, this set includes an exclusive $1 coin featuring a playful winter scene, perfect for spreading holiday cheer.
As Canada’s national flag approaches its 60th anniversary, the Mint commemorates this milestone with the 2025 60th Anniversary of the Canadian Flag Fractional Fine Silver Set. This set includes five pure silver coins, each featuring the iconic maple leaf and the original 1965 effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. The 1 oz. coin also introduces a new enamel-like paint technology.
Another notable release is the 2024 $5 Treasured Maple Leaf: Effigies Premium Bullion Pure Silver Coin Set. This set of three coins, showcasing the transition from Queen Elizabeth II to King Charles III, provides a snapshot of a historic moment in Canadian coinage.
The Great Hunters series continues with the release of the 2024 $20 Cougar Ultra-High Relief Silver Coin and the 2024 $200 Cougar Ultra-High Relief Gold Coin. These coins depict the stealth and power of Canada’s largest wild cat in stunning ultra-high relief.
Lastly, the 2024 $20 Snowflake Pure Silver Coin adds another intricate snowflake design to the popular Snowflake series. This hexagonal coin features a detailed representation of a stellar dendrite snowflake, accented with a sparkling crystal.