Silver Coins

Flittering from branch to branch, the black-capped chickadee (Poecile atricapillus) is an enchanting sight at backyard feeders and in woodlands across much of Canada. This friendly and inquisitive little songbird is one of our beloved year-round...

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 Spring Festival (Chun-jie) is the most important celebration in Chinese culture. It’s a critical time of rebirth in which the whole community comes together to seek the blessings of heaven for a prosperous and harmonious year—a request...

Like a puzzle with a missing piece, it’s hard to imagine Canada without many of its most iconic species, including the woodland caribou (Rangifer tarandus caribou); sadly, this majestic mammal joins other Canadian creatures that are classified as...

Canadians have a deep, enduring connection with nature that is evidenced by the many activities we enjoy outside throughout the year—summer, winter, rain or sun! This four-coin series explores a nation at play in our favourite playground, the...

From colourful flora to iconic fauna and landmarks, the breathtaking photographs of Canadian Geographic reflect the rich diversity of the Canadian experience. The eighth coin in the continuing Celebrating Canada’s 150th series showcases the...

No matter where you live; no matter how you came to be here; you’ll have your personal story of what Canada means to you. This coin is filled with inspiring symbols, and even if you haven’t seen or experienced them all, you’ll likely...

A glance, a touch, an action or a word: Love is that feeling of selfless joy that cannot be contained. Each loving relationship is unique and universal; whether it’s the bond between lovers, family members or friends, the deep connection between...

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...

Express your pride in Canada! On the 150th anniversary of Confederation, proud Canadians across the country are celebrating what it means to be Canadian in 2017. This special edition proof dollar is the perfect keepsake to preserve the spirit of this...

A cougar walks along the shoreline of the Pacific Coast. Snow is rare here, but when it does fall, the effect is pure magic—a wondrous scene of enigmatic shadows and radiant light that comes to life with the exceptional colouring techniques on this...

The beaver and the maple leaf are the defining images of a nation: one speaks of the past, when the fur trade helped shape a nation; the other predates the flag as an emblem of this land, its people, and our hope for the future. The Royal Canadian Mint...