Gold Coins

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...

The gift of spring—Manitoba’s prairie crocus   Winter in Manitoba seems to last forever, but as soon as the days start to lengthen, the beautiful prairie crocus begins to bloom, often through melting snow.What a welcome sight! The dots...

Designing a nation's character   The Coat of Arms for British Columbia (BC) incorporates the Provincial Shield as a central element. The upper section of the shield features the Union Jack. Below is a setting sun with wavy blue and silver lines...

During the Middle Ages, any knight who went into battle needed to distinguish friend from foe and would paint identifying marks on his shield. Later, these markings began appearing on military surcoats and cloaks worn by royal messengers. This is how the...

Designing a nation's character   During the Middle Ages, any knight who went into battle needed to distinguish friend from foe and would paint identifying marks on his shield. Later, these markings began appearing on military...

Designing a nation's character   During the Middle Ages, any knight who went into battle needed to distinguish friend from foe and would paint identifying marks on his shield. Later, these markings beganB appearing on surcoats, the...

Theme:This stunning scallop-edged pure gold coin celebrates the strong and vibrant Chinese communities of Canada, the unique heritage of Chinese Canadians, and the unique customs of this ancient culture—while conferring on its owner a powerful...

We slide in it, make snowmen and forts with it and even try to catch it on our tongues! Winter's wondrous gift of the snowflake turns months of frigid cold into a season of joyful play and incredible beauty. Anyone who has ever had the good fortune to...

Specifications: Face Value: 300 dollars Composition: 58.33% gold, 41.67% silver Weight (g): 60 Diameter (mm): 50 Edge: Serrated Finish: Bullion Special Features: 3 coin collection, one a year from 2007 - 2009. Three beautifully designed and sculpted...

11th issue in this bi-annual series. Continue collecting this beautiful series! The Coat of Arms for Ontario incorporates the Provincial Shield that was originally granted by Queen Victoria in 1868. This Shield featured the Cross of St. George on a...