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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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

Ian Laing, owner of Gatewest Coins in Winnipeg, recently unearthed an extraordinary piece of Canadian history: a treaty medal with direct ties to the signing of Treaty 4. The well-known longtime dealer, who has been a prominent figure in the numismatic world for almost six decades, made this significant discovery during Geoffrey Bell Auctions’ Oct.... Continue reading →

Collectors were energized by fierce bidding and impressive results as rare pennies, exceptional varieties, Indigenous peace medals and specialized decimals took centre stage at Geoffrey Bell Auctions’ Fall Sale, held Friday, Oct. 4 during the Toronto Coin Expo. Brian Bell, the New Brunswick-based auctioneer, hailed the event as a “very solid auction,” with standout performances... Continue reading →