Imagine stumbling upon a mysterious Canadian coin while browsing a Quebec thrift store – one so unusual that both an auction house and a grading company admitted they had never seen anything like it. Continue reading →
Bill Cross, a visionary in Canadian numismatics, will be remembered for his lasting contributions to the hobby.
William (Bill) Cross, a highly respected numismatist and publisher, has passed away, leaving behind an enduring legacy in the Canadian coin-collecting community. As the long-time owner of Charlton Press, Cross played a pivotal role in shaping numismatic literature in Canada, ensuring collectors had access to meticulously researched guides and price lists. His contributions extended beyond... Continue reading →
A newly discovered Dominion of Canada 1870 $2 note, issued in Victoria, B.C., and graded Choice Very Fine 35 by PMG, sold for $360,000 USD at Stack’s Bowers’ Jan. 28 Canadian Collectors Choice Online Auction, as Lot 70102.
Canadian numismatics witnessed history on Jan. 28 as a previously unknown Dominion of Canada 1870 $2 banknote, issued in Victoria, B.C., sold for a staggering $360,000 USD (about $517,716 CAD) during Stack’s Bowers Galleries’ inaugural Canadian Collectors Choice Online Auction. This Canadian banknote sold through Stack’s Bowers cements its place as one of the most... Continue reading →
An advanced artificially intelligent counterfeit coin detection software is proving to be more accurate than numismatic experts, claims one of the researchers who developed it. “Some of those experts missed the counterfeits because they were so precise,” said artificial intelligence researcher Dr. Saeed Khazaee, CEO of NexaDeeds and a member of Concordia University’s Centre for... Continue reading →
This 1876 Indian Treaty No. 6 silver medal, commemorating historic treaties signed by Indigenous leaders and the Crown, is featured as lot 1 and includes its original presentation box. Bids open at $10,000.
The Canadian Numismatic Company (TCNC) is launching 2025 with its highly anticipated New Year’s Sale, featuring more than 1,500 numismatic lots from Feb. 7-9. This major auction includes the Marelic Collection of Tokens (Part II) and the Calgary Collection of Error Banknotes, complemented by contributions from more than 45 consignors across North America. “We expect... Continue reading →
Author, dealer, and long-time collector André Langlois passed away on Dec. 14, 2024.
The numismatic community mourns the loss of André Langlois, a prominent author, dealer and collector whose contributions to Canadian numismatics and beyond left an indelible mark. Born on Dec. 17, 1954, André Langlois passed away on Dec. 14 at 7 a.m., just days before his 70th birthday, after a brief but aggressive battle with pancreatic... Continue reading →
Numismatic dealers across Canada are feeling the impact of the ongoing postal strike, which began on Nov. 15 and is expected to cost small- and medium-sized businesses over $1 billion. The strike has caused significant disruption for many in the numismatic community, according to long-time dealer Michael Findlay, who also serves as president of the... Continue reading →
Royal Canadian Mint products, including silver coins, have faltered in recent months with valuations tied to the material’s melt value.
Canada’s numismatic market has remained “steady,” according to one long-time dealer, as the country’s economy slows and uncertainty arises from the recent U.S. election. While most material has fared well in terms of market values – and material with high quality, interest and rarity remains strong – certain areas have stood out among the numismatic... Continue reading →
A total of three million of these commemorative $2 coins have been minted, with two million featuring colored designs.
The Royal Canadian Mint has issued a new $2 commemorative circulation coin, inviting people across Canada to celebrate Inuit Nunangat and discover the unique culture and traditions that flourish in this northern homeland. For the first time on a Canadian circulation coin, four artists representing the four regions of Inuit Nunangat have collaborated to design... Continue reading →