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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The big Maple is still top coin to us
Australia now claims bragging rights to the world’s largest and purest gold coin. Continue reading →
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 →
The many faces of the collector
Some people buy things because they like the story they tell, others because they are pretty, and still others because they need them to complete their collection. 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 →
Numismatic spending a big part of January
In the first few weeks of 2014, it wouldn’t be stretching things to say that the numismatic market in North America averaged more than $10 million per day. 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 →
Coin collecting an enduring hobby
Going back through former issues it was remarkable to find that collectors have always sought eye-appeal, pursued key dates, and dreamed of great rarities such as the 1911 dollar. 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 →
People are important to coin collecting
This issue concludes our look at the last 50 years of Canadian Coin News. Continue reading →