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May 7, 2024
25 cents 1937 to 1989 - Varieties updated
The tools for the 50 cents coins had to be specially engraved since these denominations had not been previously issued by the Province of Canada The reverse is similar to those of the lower denominations, however, the obverse feature a diademed instead of a laureated portrait.
May 6, 2024
5 cents 1990 to 2023 - Price guide and values
The beaver, which we find on our 5 cent coins, is a symbol previously belonging to the Amerindians. During colonization, this animal was used, among other things, for barter and treaties; the beaver fur trade was the first important economic step of the settlers.
May 5, 2024
Bank of Canada values and prices of 1969 to 1975 banknotes
Because of a growing concern over counterfeiting, the Bank of Canada began to release a new series of bank notes in 1969. The main characteristic of the new design was the use multicoloured tints beneath the dominant colour.
May 3, 2024
5 cents 1965 to 1989 - Price guide and values
The composition of the 5 cents piece changed in 1982 for production cost issues. The nickel was replaced by cupro-nickel.
May 3, 2024
20 cents 1865 to 1912 Newfoundland
The 20 cents was a popular coin in Newfoundland, but ended early because it was often confused with the Canadian 25 cents coin.
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