Mint creates new Arctic fox bullion coin
The Royal Canadian Mint has once again rolled out an unannounced bullion coin. Continue reading →
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Eagle and Maple vie for top silver spot
The American Eagle and the Maple Leaf were the two most popular silver bullion coins of the year. Continue reading →
New Proof set marks First World War centenary
The 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War is the subject of the Royal Canadian Mint’s prestigious 2014 Proof set. Continue reading →
Bidding strong at CAND auction in Hamilton
The first session featured numismatic items, while the second session was for militaria items. The coin section did well with most lots coming close to pre-sale estimates. Continue reading →
Robust collector and bullion sales driving up RCM’s profits
“Demand for numismatic coins continues to strengthen due to the Mint’s ability to develop coins of wide popular appeal as well as the popularity of coins produced with new technologies and embellished with special features such as ultra-high relief..” Continue reading →
U.S. couple finds rare gold coins buried under tree
The most valuable buried treasure coin discovery in United States history has gone public, a hoard of almost 1,500 coins possibly valued at $10 million US. Continue reading →
Mint expands on ‘nature’ theme with latest launch
“The Mint is continuously inspired by Canada’s rich natural, cultural and historical heritage by which our country is known around the world..” Continue reading →
Big Nickel’s birthday to be celebrated in style in Sudbury
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Big Nickel, Sudbury’s most famous landmark, now part of the Dynamic Earth science museum.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Big Nickel, Sudbury’s most famous landmark, now part of the Dynamic Earth science museum. Continue reading →
Collectors return to Windsor for ONA event
Brett Irick, left, and Robb McPherson cut the cake at the welcome reception on the first day of the ONA convention.
For many of those participating in the three-day convention, the location was familiar, since the host club, the Windsor Coin Club (WCC), has hosted two RCNA conventions at the same place in recent years. Continue reading →