Author Archives: mwalsh
Diversity of RCM offerings can be a good thing
If you read the recent article in Ca- nadian Coin News which noted that the number of Royal Canadian Mint issues has grown 20 times in 20 years, you may have grumbled and complained how it’s now impossible for the average collector to afford everything that the Mint issues. I remember thinking this way a... Continue reading →
A virtual Canadian numismatic club?
There has been a lot of discussion in recent years over the future of numismatic clubs, societies and associations. We have seen some clubs fold, others near the brink of extinction due to a lack of volunteers, and then there are clubs – like Windsor, Waterloo and Brantford – that are thriving. A recent survey... Continue reading →
First ever concave coin shows off Library of Parliament
Sandra Hanington, president and CEO of the Royal Canadian Mint (right) with Matt Bowen, the artist who engraved this amazing coin. Photo by Serge Pelletier.
The Royal Canadian Mint is celebrating the 140th anniversary of the Library of Parliament with its first ever concave coin, whose ultra-high relief shows off the amazing detail of the Library’s architecture, as seen from the inside of its domed ceiling. This coin was unveiled Jan. 28 before senators, MPs and special guests assembled at... Continue reading →