Monthly Archives: April 2023

A Treasure Trove of Canadian History.

In 2012, a remarkable discovery was made deep in the vaults of the Bank of Canada. Over 30,000 rare Canadian $10 and $5 gold coins from 1912 to 1914 were found, providing a glimpse into Canada's rich history and heritage. Moreover, unmistakable proof of the gold rush days that also occurred in Canada.  These coins were part of the Canadian Gold Hoard Reserve, a unique collection that has become a treasure trove of Canadian history.

The Canadian Gold Hoard Reserve was established after World War I when the Canadian government issued an order in council in 1914. Subsequently, it required all banks to send their gold coins, including Canadian $10 and $5 gold coins, to the Royal Mint in Ottawa.

Heraclea, also known as Herakles, was a mythical hero of ancient Greece known for his incredible strength and courage. In addition, Heraclea also played a role in the history of ancient coins and the city of Heraklion. In this post, we'll explore the legacy of Heraclea and how it led to the founding of the city of Heraklion.

Heraclea was a figure of great importance in ancient Greek mythology. He was Zeus's son with Alcmene, a mortal woman. However, his extraordinary power and courage enabled him to complete a number of difficult undertakings. Among them were seizing the Erymanthian Boar, slaying the Nemean Lion, and wiping out the Augean Stables all in a single day.

In addition to his heroic feats, Heraclea also played a role in the history of ancient coins. His picture appeared often on

During the time when Jesus Christ was in Rome, the Roman Empire was under the rule of Emperor Tiberius. Tiberius issued a Tribute Penny during his reign. In fact, the Tribute Penny has become significant not just in Roman history, but in religious history as well.

The Tribute Penny was a silver coin that was used to pay the annual tribute imposed on the Jews by the Romans. It featured an image of Tiberius on the obverse side, and the inscription "Tiberius Caesar Divi Augusti Filius Augustus." Moreover, this translates to "Tiberius Caesar, Son of the Divine Augustus." On the reverse side is a seated female figure, commonly believed to be the goddess Pax, the personification of peace in Roman mythology. However, some historians believe that the seated female figure is a depiction of Tiberius' mother, Livia Drusilla. This is a subject of debate among scholars,

Easter is a significant time for Christians all over the world. Most importantly, it commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. For coin collectors, it is an opportunity to explore the rare coins representing Jesus Christ throughout history. In this blog post, we will delve into the Byzantine and Medieval times. In addition, we will learn about the rare coins that represent Jesus Christ rising from the dead.

Byzantine Coins

The Byzantine Empire was the continuation of the Roman Empire in the east. Additionally, it produced a variety of coins with religious motifs. Among these are rare coins that depict