The Royal Canadian Mint has released new collector coins which are a first in terms of shape and highlight a species of wildlife prevalent in the northernmost borders of the country. Loving and strong, dedicated and ferocious, the polar bear (Ursus maritimus) has long been the most enduring symbol of the Arctic wilderness, where the […]
England: Governor announces the next subject for future £50 banknote
Mark Carney, the governor of the Bank of England, announced (2nd November) that the chosen theme for the next generation £50 banknote will be in the field of science, opening the online nomination process to members of the public. Speaking at London’s Science Museum, Governor Carney launched the Bank of England’s website which will accept nominations […]
Canada: The Salmon Run coin, a first in ultra-high relief and colour enamel
The Royal Canadian Mint has released new silver Proof coins which integrate an ultra-high relief design together with transparent enameling for the first time to emphasise crystal-blue water in a scene reminiscent of one of the region’s most spectacular natural wonders in the wild, the salmon run. In the mighty rivers of British Columbia and Yukon, […]
Canada: Lunar year is celebrated in 2019 with the Pig featured on new silver Proof coins
The Royal Canadian Mint has released new silver Proof coins which are in celebration of the upcoming Lunar New Year, observed in many countries, regions, and peoples all over the world. The Lunar New Year is associated with a 12-year cycle of lunar zodiac characters based on both real and mythical animals. According to the […]
India: Chronic shortage of 10-rupee coins forces mints to increase smaller denominations
The Reserve Bank of India has responded to a shortage of 10-rupee coins with orders of smaller denomination coins to make up the difference in the money supply. Owing to a delay in the procurement of raw materials which are needed to mint the base metal bi-metallic coins, the Reserve bank had little option but […]
Niue: Latest “Disney Villains” coin sends shudders with Cruella de Vil
The government and treasury of Niue have issued (1st October) the third coin which is part of their ongoing series entitled “Disney Villains,” who are the characters in the many animated Disney feature films you would most likely not want to encounter. The numismatic series highlights the villains who test the strength and fortitude of the […]
Coin Invest Trust: Pirate Skull “Blackbeard Edition” and “Big Pirate Skull”
Description The coins of the Pirate Skull “Blackbeard Edition” and “Big Pirate Skull” are shaped like a skull and have a bandana wrapped around their head in true pirate fashion. The obverse of the “Blackbeard Edition” depicts the coat of arms of Palau, including the inscription REPUBLIC OF PALAU, below the face value 200 $. […]
Czech Republic: Centenary of independence celebrated with new gold crown coin
The National Bank of the Czech Republic has launched (24th October) new gold commemorative crown coins which will be issued in celebration of the country’s centenary anniversary of independence, which was achieved in November 1918. In the wake of fierce fighting left by the Great War, the collapse of the mighty Austro-Hungarian Empire led to […]
Coin Invest Trust: Twinkling Star coin
Description The star-shaped blank features suns, crescent moons, and stars. A die-like deepening in the middle shows the coat of arms of Palau, while above is REPUBLIC OF PALAU and 5 $. In the exergue below is 2018. The reverse features suns, crescent moons, and stars throughout. Story Following Silver Fortune and Silver Heart, CIT Coin […]
United Kingdom announces that a commemorative 50-pence coin will be issued to mark Brexit
It was announced and confirmed today by HM Treasury in the United Kingdom that they will officially issue a commemorative coin to mark the departure of the United Kingdom from the European Union, commonly referred to as Brexit. The announcement was made after the delivery of the annual budget speech by the Finance Minister Philip […]
