Silver Coins

June 4, 1838: An open pasture, a hand-hewn “club,” and a ball made of yarn and calfskin were all that was necessary to stage a match that made sports history. Fittingly shaped like a baseball, the reverse of this convex-shaped coin steps back...

Swiftly travelling across Canada’s wild landscapes, the wolf (Canis lupus) makes its presence known when it releases its unmistakable howl into the night. Our exploration of Canada at night continues with this third coin in the Nocturnal by Nature...

It was 70 years ago that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, then Princess Elizabeth, took on the noble, lifelong role of motherhood. The Royal Canadian Mint proudly presents a picture-perfect coin that is both a birthday celebration for His Royal Highness...

Canada’s most recognizable fauna are synonymous with a natural heritage that is an enduring source of pride for Canadians! A timeless symbol of strength, agility and resilience in the wild, the grey wolf is the first of three iconic species...

Ever vigilant, Canis lupus keeps a watchful eye on its territory in the winter-themed reverse, where each step leaves a crisp impression in the snow … and on the coin’s edge. The third coin in the Nature’s Impressions series tracks the...

Throughout its 25-year history, the Star of Military Valour represents a nation’s recognition of members of the Canadian Forces and comrades-in-arms for “distinguished and valiant service in the presence of the enemy.” The star-shaped...

Nature. History. Identity. Pride. From the forests of eastern Canada to its seat of honour at the centre of our nation’s flag, the sugar maple leaf carries a wealth of significance for Canadians. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SRP: $34.95Item...

These coins celebrate one of Canada's national animals, the hard-working beaver.This 20-Dollar coin is certified to be 99.99% pure silver with a diameter of 38 millimetres and a metal weight of 1 ounce.The reverse design by Canadian artist Glen Loates...

With vibrant colours that oppose their delicate nature, glass holiday ornaments shine and sparkle as brightly as the twinkle in a holiday reveller’s eyes! It’s all part of the magic of the holidays, which is embodied by this fine silver coin;...

A century of growth and transformation:In 1908, the institution that would become known as the Royal Canadian Mint officially opened for business. Still, coin designs and tools remained the domain of the Royal Mint in London while the...

Emblem of a Nation’s Spirit   From backpackers in Berlin to peacekeepers in Pakistan, Canadians are immediately identifiable by a singular image they faithfully sport on pins, badges, and appliqués: the red maple leaf.   This...

Theme: Dreams take to the airOn February 23, 1909, on a frozen lake in Nova Scotia, a silver-winged "aerodrome" amazed onlookers as it flew 0.8 km (0.5 mi) to complete the first airplane flight in Canada. Designed and built by the Aerial...