A rare banknote from an African nation that produced some of the most famous and desirable in the world will be the highest-graded note from the country ever offered at auction when it crosses the block in the March 23 World Paper Money Signature Auction from Heritage Auctions. The Zanzibar Government 1 Rupee 1.9.1920 Pick […]
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In response to increasing market demand for greater transparency in the provenance of precious metals, and to showcase its continually evolving refining capabilities, the Royal Canadian Mint is introducing its first gold bullion coin completely sourced from a single mine. The 2022 $50 1 oz. 99.99% Pure Gold Maple Leaf Single-Sourced Mine bullion coin is […]
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By Coinweek …. CoinWeek News Wire for December 1, 2017 Brain Food 1.) Vasilopita – An Important Greek Celebration for New Year Vasilopita literally means St. Basil’s Cake, which contains a hidden coin baked inside. This “New Year’s Cake” is a highly esteemed Orthodox tradition worldwide, having its origins in the 4th century… 2.) History […]
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On November 11, the Royal Canadian Mint officially launched an extraordinary numismatic homage to the country’s 150th anniversary of confederation. The pure silver coin, with a weight of one kilogram, pays tribute to the many commemorative and circulation coins issued since Canadian confederation in 1867
On October 4 the Royal Canadian Mint launched the final coin in the popular series entitled “Tall Ships Legacy,” which has focused on a variety of ships that are associated with Canada’s own maritime history or that have contributed to Canadian exploration. The last ship to be highlighted in this gold-coin series is the HMS Discovery, an especially important ship to Canada, the West Coast of North America, and the United States in general due to the valuable information gathered during her exploration of the region
On September 29, the Royal Canadian Mint officially unveiled a new coin that honors the 75th anniversary of one of the Second World War’s poignant battles in the Asian theater of operations—a battle that had a pivotal result for Allied forces.
The Japanese attack on Hong Kong took place on December 8 (Hong Kong local time), the same day as the attack on Pearl Harbor (December 7, Hawaii local time)
The Royal Canadian Mint has released the latest coin in its Landscape Illusions series. The reverse design features the Pronghorn Antelope, a North American mammal that in Canada is found predominantly in Saskatchewan
The Royal Canadian Mint has issued a new set of gold coins marking Canada’s upcoming anniversary of confederation, which will mark the country’s 150th year of nationhood with a year-long celebration in 2017.
On July 1, 1867, the Dominion of Canada–including British North America, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and the Province of Canada (which was divided into Ontario and Quebec) — was established as a self-governing constitutional monarchy, with the British sovereign as head of state
The Royal Canadian Mint has issued the sixth and final coin in its colorful and popular “Big Coin” series, which brings to life each coin presently in circulation as a large five-ounce silver piece. This coin re-creates the “toonie,” a two-dollar bi-metallic coin carrying an image of a polar bear, first introduced into circulation in 1996 to replace the bank note of the same value
The Royal Canadian Mint has issued a new four-coin set which placed together depicts Canada’s national symbol, the maple leaf. When the four square-shaped 2017-dated coins are positioned side-by-side in a greater square, they form an exquisitely engraved image of the Canadian icon
The Royal Canadian Mint has released its 2016 Maple Leaf Silhouette: Canada Geese 1/2-oz. silver coin, which is available for $84
The Royal Canadian Mint has issued a new five-ounce silver coin that remembers an important advocate for the rights of indigenous peoples in North America. Wanduta, a Sioux Valley Dakota Chief, is featured on a coin that reminds us that equality under the law has, for many communities, been hard-won over the years and decades
The Royal Canadian Mint has issued the latest gold coin in their fascinating “Tall Ships” series, which highlights some of North America’s most beautiful and captivating sailing vessels. This coin focuses on the Amazon, known for its striking appearance and for the mystery that surrounds the fate of her crew and passengers
The Royal Canadian Mint has launched the third silver coin in its popular “National Heroes” series, which salutes the jobs, people, and services we all depend on to keep us healthy and secure. The third coin in the series pays homage to the police — men and women who routinely put themselves between civilians and innumerable dangers
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The Royal Canadian Mint has issued the latest coin in their clever and optically challenging series, “Landscape Illusions.” The new issue features the salmon in its pristine and unspoiled environment
The Royal Canadian Mint has issued a new coin celebrating one of the world’s most popular team sports: basketball. Over the last 125 years, professional basketball has become a multi-billion-dollar industry with sponsorships, televised coverage, and events that bring the sport to an ever-growing audience
The Royal Canadian Mint has issued the latest issue in their “big coin” series. Each currently circulating Canadian coin denomination, from the 5-cent piece to the 2-dollar value, has been rendered as a unique five-ounce silver piece that employs Canada’s recognizable design motifs
The Royal Canadian Mint has released its fifth and final 2016 Geometry in Art silver Proof coin, which features a maple leaf motif rendered with polygon shapes. The new issue is composed of one ounce of 99
From Left: Royal Canadian Mint Senior Communications Manager Alex Reeves, Isabelle Charest, Assistant Chef de Mission, Canadian Olympic Committee and Gaëtan Tardif, President, Canadian Paralympic Committee, unveil the 2016 Lucky Loonie at the Team Canada Beach Party in Toronto on July 1, 2016.
The Royal Canadian Mint is paying tribute to all Canadian Olympic and Paralympic athletes competing in this year’s Rio Summer Games by launching the 2016 “Lucky Loonie,” a commemorative circulation coin available from July 1, also known as Canada Day
The Royal Canadian Mint has issued a new coin focusing primarily on our planet, Mother Earth. Every person, animal, and plant is dependent upon Mother Earth and the water she provides
APMEX Offers the Chance to Win a Trip for Two to Tour the Royal Canadian Mint and Explore Ottawa’s Surrounding Amenities APMEX, Inc. announced today that they are awarding an exclusive trip to the world-renowned Royal Canadian Mint to one lucky winner. The trip, valued near $2,000 USD, will include round-trip airfare and four nights’ […]
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By Archives international Auctions…. A Palestine Currency Board £5 note dated 1944 and with rare “F” prefix sold for $12,980 at a sale of U.S. and worldwide banknotes, federal bonds and documents and security printing ephemera held March 10 by Archives International Auctions, in the firm’s offices at 1580 Lemoine Avenue in Fort Lee, […]
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Members of the First Special Service Force (the Force), an elite American-Canadian joint combat group, were collectively awarded the Congressional Gold Medal today during a ceremony in Emancipation Hall in the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center. Designed and struck by the United States Mint, the medal recognizes the Force for its superior service during World War […]
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