Collect Canadian Coins

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Canada has recently had a problem with the value of its currency. What the problem is mainly affects the paper currency in that it has depreciated in value.

The good news is that Gold Canadian Coins have appreciated. Gold continues to thrive in various types of books on coin collecting  and their value continues to increase. Fortunately there are a number of very collectible Canadian Gold Coins. Canadian Gold Maple Leaf Coin is one of the foremost of these coins. The Royal Canadian Mint makes some of the most pure gold coins in the World. They have practically no base metals included in the manufacture (base metals are normally used to make gold coins more durable) The Canadian Gold Maple Leaf coin is one of the most desirable gold coins for collectors. Gold Maple Leafs have been minted since 1979 during a shortage of Gold bullion coins.

("Krugerrands" were available but there was a boycott on South Africa at that time so collectors could not buy these from South Africa.)

There are Four values of Gold Maple Leafs: C$1, C$5, C$10, C$20 and C$50 but these are nominal values and the real value of these gold books on coin collecting  is much, much higher.

Collectors can also find Platinum and Silver Maple Leafs and so does a Palladium version. If you are looking for something really special for your collection then you could always consider the Largest Gold Maple leaf Coin in the World. This huge coin has a face value of ONE MILLION DOLLARS and weighs 100 kilograms. Apart from being a big hunk of gold the million dollar Gold Maple Leaf is 50 centimetres across and 3 centimetres thick. A number of these have actually been sold and fetched between 2 and 1/2 to 3 million dollars each... Canada has also produced coloured Gold Maple Leafs and the Worlds first hologram coins. The Ottawa Mint also produces Gold Sovereigns that are very attractive.

Coins are one of the few instantly recognisable emblems of any nation.

Canadian Coins serve the dual purpose of being valid a currency and as promoting Canadian history.

Canadian coins of all kinds will prove and provide an interesting and worthwhile collection for any serious collector. The Royal Canadian Mint has produced a number of fascinating and lovely silver coins as well as their gold range, The proof versions are particularly lovely. Collectors coins include: Royal Canadian Mint Numismatic coins, Hockey Coins, Olympic Coins, Royal Canadian Mounted Police Coins, The Voyageur Dollar. A Zodiac set based on the Chinese Zodiac

The Canadian One Dollar Coin is known as the "Loonie." because it has an image of the common Loon which is a well known common bird in Canada. The obverse of the coin has an image of Queen Elizabeth the Second.

This was actually supposed to have a Voyageur theme (similar to previous one dollar and silver coins) but the master dies to mint it were lost by the courier company. A different design had to be made to avoid counterfeits. The "Loonie" is made of Aureate which is electroplated with bronze over nickel.

"Loonies" have the reputation of being a lucky coin for Canadian Hockey Players. There is also the Canadian Silver Dollar.

It is easy to start collecting Canadian coins - most coin dealers have a good selection.

As in any field of coin collecting it is important to gain knowledge and avoid paying too much for your coins. "Haxby's" Guide is a good starter for Canadian Coins.




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Coin Collecting Supplies

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Whether you are just starting out, or are an old hand at collecting coins, you will need a few basic coin collecting supplies on hand. There are things to store your coins as well as items needed to safely examine your books on coin collecting . I will go through a list with you and suggest some things you will definitely want to have on hand as well as things you might want to add later.

You will probably want to start out with some basic holders for your coins. There are 2 X 2 cardboard coin holders that you insert your coin into and fold over and staple. These come sized for each type of coin. There are also plastic coin tubes you can place your coins into. Another type of holder is a round airtight acrylic container that cushions and seals each coin into its own safe capsule.

Boxes are available that will hold your 2 X 2 coin holders and also your coin tubes. This makes organizing your coins a lot easier. You can also purchase albums that hold vinyl sheets that hold coins. These sheets allow viewing of both sides of the coins. This is a great way to have your coin collection handy for viewing.

Magnifiers are a must in your coin collecting supplies for examining your coins. You can choose a simple magnifying glass when you first start out. Later you might want to add a jeweler's loupe. Most loupes and magnifiers are available in magnification from 2x to 20x. There are magnifiers that attach to the frame of your glasses. Another version of the magnifier is on a headband. These are also available with lights so your hands are completely free to examine coins.

Some things you might want to add to your coin collecting supplies as your interest in coins grows are books that allow you to collect certain books on coin collecting by the years they were minted and also by the type coin they are. I have seen books to collect dimes, pennies, and quarters. I am sure there are good ones to collect your half-dollar coins too. You simply insert the coin into the slot with the correct date on it. This allows you to keep track of which year or mint mark you still need to finish your collection.

You will want to have a book that helps you get started collecting coin. Start out with a book that deals with the basics and later add more books that deal with specific types of coins. There is also a variety of software that lets you keep track of your coins on your personal computer. These are very helpful and most can be updated directly from the place of purchase. Coin collecting supplies can be purchased from many sites on the internet. Each site offers a wide variety of items to help get you started.





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