Switzerland: New gold Proof coins released in honour of Varietad Linguistica, or Swiss linguistic diversity

The Swiss Mint has released new gold Proof coins which celebrate one of Switzerland’s most distinguishing features: multilingualism. The coin is part of an ongoing series which focuses on special projects, associations, and prominent figures that draw attention to issues or topics that are important for Switzerland. The coin’s name itself, Varietad Linguistica, is derived […]

Cook Islands: New silver colour and Proof smartminting coins in “Eclectic Nature” series features sleek chameleon

The government and treasury of the Cook Islands have authorised the release of a new coin, which is part of a collector series entitled “Eclectic Nature.” Launched in 2021, the coins include designs highlighting creatures with the most colourful existence found in nature. The word eclecticism is derived from the Greek word ἐκλέγω (roughly translated […]

Cook Islands: Extraordinary smartminting and ultra high relief silver mega-coin features the majestic Grand Canyon

The treasury of the Cook Islands has authorised new silver Proof and colour mega-coins minted using ultra high relief and smartminting to produce one of the most extraordinary coins as part of a new series entitled “Topography.” With a series such as this, it is certainly befitting to feature as one of its subjects the […]

Cook Islands: Finely detailed smartminting silver Proof coins reminds us of the security of a vault

The treasury of the Cook Islands has authorised new silver Proof coins, which focus on a subject relevant to the activity of coin collections and their safety. Precious metals, such as gold and silver, enable us all to accumulate a store of savings, especially when it is in the form of rare coins and bullion. […]

Cook Islands: Fourth silver Proof coins in “Heroes” series salutes the Coast Guard

The Treasury of the Cook Islands, in association with CIT, has released the fourth coin in the series, “Heroes,” focusing on the unsung heroes who dedicate their life’s work in public service of the police, firefighting, medical first responders, and protecting coasts and borders. The fourth coin focuses on the Coast Guard service and those […]

Cook Islands: Latest release combines skill with design, a collectable coin, and a spinning top

The Treasury of the Cook Islands has released their newest novelty coin, which takes on a unique shape. Coins have been used to play a variety of games for centuries and especially pitching pennies played with gambling in mind. Coins and spinning tops have actually been closely linked for centuries; however, it wasn’t until the […]

Cook Islands: New silver smartminting Proof coins highlight Steam Dream classic locomotive 

The treasury of the Cook Islands, in conjunction with CIT, have launched their latest silver coins which are part of a greater series begun in 2019. Entitled “The Journey,” this series was created to depict icons of travel and features some of the world’s most nostalgic models. For 2023, the newest coin is entitled “Steam […]