Crystal Coins

AUTUMN SHOWERS CRYSTAL RAINDROP As the lush greenery of summer gives way to the crimson-gold hues of autumn, the humidity that was trapped in the atmosphere throughout the summer is released. Rain showers down upon the earth where the soil, plants and...

Tiny echoes of rain From the fresh new growth in spring to their ultimate expression of vibrant fall colour, the leaves of the maple tree enrich the Canadian landscape from coast to coast. In summer, they form a dense canopy that...

The zodiac has a long, rich history that dates back to Hellenic and Babylonian civilizations, when astrology and astronomy were virtually inseparable. Today, its 12 signs entertain, intrigue or inspire millions of people worldwide, who find hope or...

The zodiac has a long, rich history that dates back to Hellenic and Babylonian civilizations, when astrology and astronomy were virtually inseparable. Today, its 12 signs entertain, intrigue or inspire millions of people worldwide, who find hope or...

Canada is world-renowned for its forests, but none of these vast tracts of dense vegetation would exist without the life-giving nourishment of water and rain. Nowhere is this more evident than British Columbia where an abundance of rain produces some of...

Bringing sunshine to gardens across Canada, Rudbeckia hirta—commonly known as the black-eyed Susan— is one of the most popular wildflowers which grow in Canada. The Royal Canadian Mint continues its celebration of Canada’s...

Winter’s white galleryMore than any other feature, Canada is best known for its snow, that great blanket of white that covers the landscape and influences everyday life across the nation; so much so, that extensive research has been undertaken to...

Message in the pinesDecember is a month of garlands and wreaths crafted from evergreen boughs and their ―fruits‖ – the spruce, fir and pinecones. These coniferous trees were once powerful symbols of life that survived winter’s cold and...

Message in the pinesDecember is a month of garlands and wreaths crafted from evergreen boughs and their ―fruits‖ – the spruce, fir and pinecones. These coniferous trees were once powerful symbols of life that survived winter’s cold and...

Winter’s fleeting beautyTo scientists, they are ―six-sided dendrite ice crystals;‖ to children, they are the beginnings of snowmen and fun-filled toboggan rides; to Canada, they are its most defining climatic feature. But to the observant eye, the...

This breathtaking coin features an original design by celebrated Quebec actor and singer Caroline Néron who has also made her mark as a jewellery designer. Caroline finds much of her inspiration in classic designs and reinvents them for the modern...