Canadian collectible coins have become very popular in recent years not only with Canadian collectors, but also with collectors from around the world. The branch of the government in Canada that is charged with producing coins is called the Royal Canadian Mint.

You may be surprised to know that for the first 5 decades of Canada’s existence, coins were not actually made in Canada. The Royal Mint, in London, England made Canada’s coins up until the Ottawa mint location was built in 1908, but it was still under British control until 1931.

Over the years the Canadian mint has produced some beautiful coins that very accurately reflect the heritage of Canada. Many different designs of coins have been made in Canada over many years that it would be impossible to discuss each one here.

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