Explore stories from our collection and our economic heritage.
December 23, 2016
Well into my adulthood, I had assumed that the noble beast gracing the reverse side of our quarters was a moose. Clearly, I was not a terribly observant coin collector.
Is That Blitzen on Our Quarter?
By: Graham Iddon
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December 21, 2016
Desmond truly exemplifies a Canadian who has overcome barriers, is inspirational to others, has made a positive change to society and in so doing, left a lasting legacy.
A Bank NOTE-able Woman III
By: Graham Iddon
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December 1, 2016
But a few years before it closed, the Currency Museum officially became an arm of the Communications Department. And this was the crucial factor that would change the future mission of the Museum.
Why We are Not the Currency Museum
By: Graham Iddon
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November 15, 2016
Several parties were bidding on lot #14 until it reached $10,000, at which point the contest was only between me and the gentleman who had underbid the previous lot.
A Field Trip to Montréal and the MTM Auction: 2
By: Paul S. Berry
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November 2, 2016
The sale room was a hive of activity. About 20 people sat at tables scrutinizing lots, heads bent down with magnifying glasses pressed close to their faces.
A Field Trip to Montréal and the MTM Auction: 1
By: Paul S. Berry
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