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2016 Uncirculated sets contain 2015-dated loon
This 2016 Uncirculated set, which normally retails for $24.95, is selling for up to $300 due to an ‘assembly error’ in which a 2015-dated loonie was packaged instead of a 2016 loon. While confirming the error, the RCM is not disclosing how many error sets have been released on the market.
The $25 error sets realizing up to $300 By Bret Evans Between an error in some Royal Canadian Mint sets, and speculation about this year’s circulating issues, 2016 is shaping up to be an interesting year for collectors of dollar coins. An undisclosed number of 2016 Uncirculated sets, called Proof-Like by collectors, have the 2015-dated... Continue reading →
Where are all the young collectors?
By Jeff Fournier I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the future of our hobby and whenever I start thinking about this subject, I always end up asking myself the question, “Where are the kids?” You’ve all noticed it – the lack of kids who collect coins nowadays and the lack of kids at coins... Continue reading →
Pocket Change Radio casting ‘favourable light’ on numismatics
Rick Dupuis is host of Pocket Change Radio broadcast live on 91.3 FM Bluewater Radio in Hanover, Ont. The show airs on Tuesdays.
Rick Dupuis has returned after a short hiatus from the world of radio broadcasting, and he’s bringing numismatics back with him. In recent years, Canadian numismatic radio shows have become a rare offering, but Dupuis, a disc jockey for more than six years, is hoping to change that with his new show Pocket Change Radio,... Continue reading →
Collecting local materials is a fun challenge
What do you know about the numismatic items that have been produced for your city or town? I’ll bet, not a lot. I would also bet that you would be surprised to find out that there have been several numismatic issues in your area and in the case of cities and towns such as Wildwood... 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 →
Brantford first Canadian club with women in executive roles
Lisa McPherson, left, and Cassidy Stroud are vice-president and president, respectively, of the Brantford Numismatic Society. Photo by Jeff Fournier
While numismatics is often considered a male-dominated hobby, one southern Ontario club is bucking the trend with three women holding key positions on the club’s executive. Earlier this year, Cassidy Stroud became president and Lisa McPherson became vice-president of the Brantford Numismatic Society, a first for Canada. They are joined on the executive by club... Continue reading →