2000
- January 6
- The Royal Canadian Mint unveils the designs for twelve year 2000 25c coins, depicting Canada's strengths for the future. A 12-coin silver set in Proof sells for $149.95. A set in nickel sells for $24.95. [513.1]
- The Royal Canadian Mint launches the January 25c nickel coin, entitled Pride, by Donald Warkentin. A silver version is available for $14.95. [513.1]
- January 22
- The Canadian Association of Numismatic Dealers hold their annual winter show in Hamilton, Ontario. A 1905 25c coin graded MS-65 PQ by ICCS sells for $29,700. [529.27]
- January 25
- The Royal Canadian Mint releases a special design of the Gold Maple Leaf and Silver Maple Leaf coins, with 2000 commemorative mint mark on the reverse. [515.18]
- (month unknown)
- The Royal Canadian Mint unveils the 2000 $1 silver coin, depicting a space theme. Price in Proof is $29.95, or $19.95 for uncirculated. [514.1]
- The Royal Canadian Mint unveils the 2000 $100 gold coin, commemorating the 150th anniversary of McClure's search for the Franklin Expedition. Mintage is limited to 15,000 Proof coins. Issue price is $254.95. [514.33]
- The Royal Canadian Mint introduces the 2000 $200 gold coin, depicting Mother and Child by Germaine Arnaktauyok. Mintage is limited to 10,000 coins. Issue price is $409.95. This concludes the Native Cultures and Traditions series. [514.33]
- February 4
- In Windsor, Ontario, the Royal Canadian Mint launches the February 25c nickel coin, entitled Ingenuity, by John Jaciw. [515.1]
- (month unknown)
- The Royal Canadian Mint releases the $150 18k gold Lunar New Year Series coin, depicting two dragons guarding a pearl. Mintage is limited to 8,888. [515.18]
- The Royal Canadian Mint releases the Year of the Dragon Sterling Silver Coin, $15 face value, 88,888 mintage, issue price $72.88. [515.18]
- The Royal Canadian Mint issues the 9th and 10th sports series coins in sterling silver. The 9th coin commemorates the 125th anniversary of hockey. The 10th coin commemorates the 240th anniversary of the introduction of curling in Canada. Issue price is $19.95 each. [515.25]
- At the Canadian Space Agency in Montreal, the Royal Canadian Mint launches the March 25c Millenium coin, entitled Achievement, designed by Daryl Ann Dorosz. [530.1]
- Krause Publications announces winners of its Coin of the Year Award program. The Royal Canadian Mint receives the Most Popular Coin award for the 1998 RCMP 125th anniversary silver dollar. [825.7]
- March 25
- The Royal Canadian Mint unveils a sterling silver 10c coin to mark the 100th anniversary of the credit union movement in Quebec. 70,000 Proof coins are to be minted. [531.30]
- April 5
- The Royal Canadian Mint launches the April Millenium 25c coin, entitled Health, designed by Arny Wassef. A Proof sterling silver version is priced at $14.95. [528.1]
- April 18
- The Royal Canadian Mint releases a new series of sterling silver $20 coins with 24K gold hologram cameos, celebrating Canadian achievements in transportation. Coin 1 depicts the Bluenose sailboat; coin 2 depicts the Toronto, the first locomotive built in Canada; coin 3 depicts the H.S. Taylor Steam Buggy, Canada's first automobile. Each coin is limited to 15,000 produced, with a price of $59.95 each. [527.29] [661.296]
- April
- Production begins on new coins for circulation made of nickel-copper-nickel plated on steel cores. Denominations include 5c, 10c, 25c, 50c. Coins have a 'P' under the Queen's head to mark their difference from pure nickel coins. [526.33]
- April 27
- In Winnipeg, the Mint's new coin plating facility is officially opened. [526.33] [647.29]
- May
- In Pickering, Ontario, the Royal Canadian Mint launches the Natural Legacy Millenium 25c coin for circulation, designed by Randy Trantau. A sterling silver Proof version is available for $14.95. [526.1]
- In Vancouver, BC, J&M Coin and Jewellery is the site of the first public viewing of a new Royal Canadian Mint transportation series of collector coins. [537.26]
- (month unknown)
- The Royal Canadian Mint releases the sterling silver 50c nature series coins entitled Canada's Birds of Prey. The coins depict the Bald Eagle, Osprey, Great Horned Owl, and Red-Tailed Hawk. Price is $19.95 each. [527.30]
- The Royal Canadian Mint releases the 11th and 12th sterling silver sports series 50c coins. The depict Steeplechase, and Bowling. Price is $19.95 each. [257.30]
- June 1
- In Markham, Ontario, the Royal Canadian Mint launches the Harmony 25c Millenium coin. The design was provided by Haver Demirer. [525.17]
- June 29
- In Thunder Bay, Ontario, the Royal Canadian Mint launches the Celebration 25c Millenium coin, designed by Laura Paxton. A special version features red color on the flag in the design. 25,000 are minted, and sold for $8.95 each. This is the first colored coin produced by the Mint. [525.17] [538.1]
- July 1
- In Toronto, the Royal Canadian Mint introduces a Millenium circulating $2 coin, entitled Path of Knowledge. It depicts a mother polar bear and two cubs, designed by Tony Bianco. Gold and silver versions are also available for $299.95 and $24.95, respectively. [525.1] [538.18] [661.156]
- July 20
- In Halifax, Nova Scotia, the Royal Canadian Mint launches a silver $20 coin featuring the Bluenose sailboat. The coin contains 1 troy ounce of silver, 0.925 fine, with a hologram cameo. Mintage is limited to 15,000. [523.23] [537.26]
- August 1
- In Squamish, BC, the Royal Canadian Mint launches the Family 25c Millenium coin, designed by Wade Stephen Baker. [536.1]
- August
- In Ottawa, the Canadian Numismatic Association holds its 50th anniversary convention. [524]
- (month unknown)
- The Charlton Press issues the 55th edition of The Charlton Standard Catalogue of Canadian Coins book. Price is $12.95. Charlton Standard Catalogue of Canadian Coins, The, book [523.33]
- The Unitrade Press issues the 18th edition of the Coins of Canada book. Price is $10.95. [523.33]
- September 6
- In Montreal, the Royal Canadian Mint releases the September 25c Millenium coin. [523.6]
- (month unknown)
- The Royal Canadian Mint releases "The Adventures of Zachary and Penny Money kit", 1999 edition. It includes 12 stories based on each 1999 25c Millenium coin, plus games, a display card for the 12 coins, and a September 1999 25c coin. [532.31]
- In Montreal, the Royal Canadian Mint unveils the September 25c Millenium coin, etitled Wisdom, designed by Cezar Serbanescu. [532.32]
- The Royal Canadian Mint isses the 2000 Platinum coin set, featuring the Pronghorn Antelope. Sizes are 1/0, 1/4, 1/2, and 1 ounce, with face values $30, $75, $150, and $300, respectively. Issue price is $2095.95. [532.34]
- The Royal Canadian Mint releases "The Adventures of Zac and Penny Money kit", 2000 edition. It includes 12 stories based on each 2000 25c Millenium coin, plus games, a display card for the 12 coins, and a Celebration 2000 25c coin. [532.31]
- The Royal Canadian Mint announces the 1999 test token set, comprised of 1c, 5c, 10c, 25c, 50c coins made of a steel core plated with copper and nickel, plus a 50c size medallion celebrating the initiation of plated coinage at the Winnipeg facility. All coins have a "P" mark below the effigy of the Queen. Price is $99.95 per set; mintage is limited to 20,000 sets. [532]
- The Royal Canadian Mint issues a $350 0.99999 fine gold coin depicting the Pacific Dogwood flower, designed by Caren Heine. Mintage is limited to 2,000 coins. Issue price is $999.99. [532.27]
- The Royal Canadian Mint issues a sterling silver 5c coin commemorating the first French-Canadian regiment, Les Voltigeurs de Québec. Mintage is limited to 40,000 coins. Issue price is $16.95. [532.27]
- October 4
- In Toronto, the Royal Canadian Mint launches the Creativity 25c Millenium coin, designed by Erik Kong Tat Hui. [561.1]
- October
- Seyed Tehramiamin, a press operator at the Winnipeg Mint, sells fifteen 2000-dated Natural Legacy 25c coins struck on copper planchets to a Winnipeg coin dealer. He is later convicted of making and smuggling the coins from the mint. [662.1]
- The Government amends the Royal Canadian Mint Act, allowing a 3-cent coin to be struck. [643.1]
- November 1
- The Royal Canadian Mint unveils the Freedom 25c coin, designed by Kathy Vinish. [644.1]
- November 6
- The Royal Canadian Mint unveils the 2001 Lunar New Year coin, commemorating the Year of the Snake. The coin has a $15 face value, made of 0.925 fine silver with a 24 K gold cameo center. Mintage is limited to 68,888, selling for $78.88 each. [644.18]
- (month unknown)
- The Royal Canadian Mint reports that based on a study in April, there is no urgent need for a $5 coin, and that the 1c coin would remain in production. [645.1]
- December 4
- In Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, the Royal Canadian Mint lanuches the Community 25c coin, designed by Michelle Thibodeau. [646.26]
- December
- The Royal Canadian Mint issues about 2 million 5-cent nickel-plated steel coins, dated 2000. [647.29]
2001
- January 11
- The Royal Canadian Mint unveils the 2001 silver $1 coin, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the first performance of the National Ballet of Canada. The coin is available in Proof for $30.95 or brilliant uncirculated for $20.95. [647.14]
- January 17
- The Royal Canadian Mint announces the first coin in the new Canadian Art Series. The 22k gold coin has a face value of $200, and depicts the painting The Habitant Farm by Cornelius Krieghoff. Price of the coin is $412.95, or $424.95 in a storage/display box. [647.14]
- (month unknown)
- The Royal Canadian Mint announces the first of a new series of thirteen coins depicting Canadian Festivals. The sterling silver coin has a face value of 50c, and depicts the Quebec Winter Carnival, designed by Sylvie Daigneault. Price is $21.95. A subscription to the entire series is $249.95. [647.14] [652.32]
- The Royal Canadian Mint announces the 2001 $100 14k gold coin, commemorating the 125th anniversary of the Library of Parliament building. Price is $260.95, or $274.95 in a storage/display case. [647.14]
- The Royal Canadian Mint launches the 2001 $100 gold coin, marking the 125th anniversary of the Library of Parliament Building. The 14-karat coin sells for $260.05 encapsulated, or $274.95 in a case and box. [649.13]
- February 19
- A mint employee of the Winnipeg facility is charged with striking, stealing, and selling year 2000 Natural Legacy 25c coins on copper planchets. An estimated 20 were made. [650.1]
- February 23
- Canadian Coinoisseur conducts a coin auction at the TOREX convention in Toronto, Ontario, over 2 days. An 1885 10c NGC MS-65 sells for $28,000. A 1921 50c ICCS VG-8 sells for $19,000. [647.23] [651.29]
- April 11
- The Royal Canadian Mint launches a new series of 50c sterling silver coins, celebrating Canadian Folklore and Legends. The first three coins are entitled The Sled, The Maiden's Cave, and Les Petits Sauteux. [652.10] [661.243]
- April
- The Royal Canadian Mint launches the second of a 13-coin series celebrating Canadian Festivals. This sterling silver 50c coin depicts the Toonik Tyme Festival. Issue price is $21.95. [652.32]
- The Royal Canadian Mint issues a 3c coin struck in sterling silver with 22-karat gold plate, to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the first Canadian postage stamp. Mintage is limited to 90,000. Issue price is $39.95. [652.32]
- April 17
- In Saint John, New Brunswick, the Royal Canadian Mint releases designs of three 2001 Transportation $20 steling silver coins: the Marco Polo ship (150th anniversary), the Russell Model L Touring Car, and The Scotia train. Issue price is $59.95 each. [653.29] [661.297]
- April 24
- In Regina, Saskatchewan, the Prince of Wales unveils the design of a Canadian 10c coin commemorating the International Year of Volunteers. The coin is to be minted for general circulation. [653.29]
- June
- The Royal Canadian Mint unveils the design of a Sterling silver 5c coin commemorating the 125th anniversary of the Royal Military College of Canada. Mintage is limited to 40,000 coins. [655.18] [663.38]
- June 16
- At the Torex show, Charles D. Moore conducts a coin auction. A 1921 50c in mint state sells for $83,000. A 1929 25c grading ICG SP-68 sells for $10,000. [647.13] [653.4] [657.1] [658.6]
- (month unknown)
- The Royal Canadian Mint issues Coins 4 and 5 of the Festival series of Sterling silver 50c coins. Coin 4 depicts the Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Festival. Coin 5 depicts the Festival of Fathers. Issue price is $21.95 each. [655.21]
- The Royal Canadian Mint launches a non-circulating 2001 25c coin with red-colored maple leaf, entitled Spirit of Canada. The copper-nickel-plated steel coin has an issue price of $9.95, with no mintage limit. [655.1]
- September 13
- In Italy, the Canadian Minister of Public Works and Government Services unveils a bi-metallic $5 coin, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the first transatlantic wireless transmission. The coin is 0.925 fine silver with 24k gold-plated cameo, and is part of a two coin set issued jointly by the Royal Canadian Mint and the British Royal Mint. Price is $106.95. Mintage is 30,000. [659.1]
- (month unknown)
- The Royal Canadian Mint introduces a 2001 one-ounce Maple Leaf silver bullion coin with a hologram image, and privy mark saying "auspicious maple" in Chinese. Price is $39.95. Mintage is limited to 30,000. [660.30]
- The Royal Canadian Mint introduces a 2001 one-ounce Maple Leaf silver bullion coin with a colorized three-leaf maple leaf. Price is $34.95. Mintage is limited to 50,000. [660.30]
- The Royal Canadian Mint introduces the 2001 platinum wildlife set, featuring Harlequin Ducks; 1/10-ounce ($30 face), 1/4-ounce ($75), 1/2-ounce ($150), 1-ounce ($300). Price is $2395.95. Mintage is limited to 600 sets. [660.32]
- The Royal Canadian Mint introduces the 2001 floral issue $350 0.99999-fine gold coin, featuring the Mayflower. Price is $1019.95. Mintage is limited to 2001. [660.35]
- The Royal Canadian Mint introduces a 1911-2001 0.925-fine Proof silver dollar with similar design to the 1911 dollar coin pattern. Price is $49.95. Mintage is limited to 25,000. [660.35]
- The Royal Canadian Mint unveils a 0.925 fine silver 5c coin commemorating the 125th anniversary of the Royal Military College. [662.28]
- October 26
- In Toronto, the Canadian Coinoisseur company conducts the Torex Auction, over two days. Some highlights:
- 5 cents 1921 ICCS VG-10: $2750;
- 25 cents 1900 PCGS MS-65: $7150;
- 50 cents 1900 PCGS MS-63: $29,700;
- gold sovereign 1908c ICCS SP-65: $5060.
[660.1] [663.37]
- November
- The Royal Canadian Mint releases rolls of 2001-P 50c coins. [664.9]
- The Royal Canadian Mint issues 2001-dated 25c coins for circulation. [663.1]
- (month unknown)
- The Royal Canadian Mint unveils the Year of the Horse Sterling Silver Coin, the fifth in the Chinese Lunar calendar series. The coin's reverse center includes a 24-karat gold cameo. Mintage is 68,888. Issue price is $78.88. Weight is 34 grams. Face value is $15. The design was created by Harvey Chan. [663.22]
- The Royal Canadian Mint releases the 1/4-ounce 2001 Gold Maple Leaf Hologram Coin. The coin is 0.9999 fine gold, with mintage limit of 15,000, and issue price of $195.95. [663.32]
- The Royal Canadian Mint releases the 2001 Gold Maple Leaf Five-Coin Set. Each coin features a hologram design. Coin weights are 1/20, 1/10, 1/4, 1/2, and one ounce of 0.9999 gold. Mintage is limited to 600 sets. Issue price is $1995.95. [663.32]
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