Birthstones
Perfect gift for someone with an August birthday
Tomei x Royal Canadian Mint Numismatic Silver Coin August Birthstone Peridot with Swarovski® Crystals 2018
Everyone should own at least a piece of birthstone in life. Birthstones have been a tradition since the middle ages. If you have someone special with an August birthday, look no further than our August Birthstone Peridot in Fine Silver Coin.
Peridot is a yellowish-green and lustrous gemstone. Like diamond, it is brought up by volcanic eruptions. The Egyptians called it "the gem of the sun". The Hawaiians believed they were the tears of the Goddess Pelè. The Romans believed that it drove away evil spirits and made dreams come true.
Perfect gift for someone with a September birthday
Tomei x Royal Canadian Mint Numismatic Silver Coin September Birthstone Sapphire with Swarovski® Crystals 2018
September’s birthstone, the sapphire, has been popular since the Middle Ages. Greeks wore sapphire for guidance when seeking answers from the oracle. Buddhists believed it brought spiritual enlightenment, and Hindus used it during worship. Early Christian kings cherished sapphire’s powers of protection by using it in ecclesiastical rings.
Scintillating with the blue intensity of a cloudless summer sky, the sapphire is thought to bring peace of mind and a sense of calmness to the beholder. To those born in September, this beautiful gem is said to protect from envy, harm and ill health, while bringing truth, loyalty and clarity of thought.
Perfect gift for someone with an October birthday
Tomei x Royal Canadian Mint Numismatic Silver Coin October Birthstone Tourmaline with Swarovski® Crystals 2018
The name "tourmaline" comes from the Sinhalese words tura mali, which mean "stone of mixed colors." As its name implies, tourmaline stands apart from other gems with its broad spectrum of colors in every shade of the rainbow. Ancient magicians used black tourmaline as a talisman to protect against negative energy and evil forces. Today, many still believe that it can shield against radiation, pollutants, toxins and negative thoughts.
Perfect gift for someone with a November birthday
Tomei x Royal Canadian Mint Numismatic Silver Coin November Birthstone Topaz with Swarovski® Crystals 2018
Topaz is said to provide balance to emotions can help promote a harmonious lifestyle. In ancient Egypt the yellow variety of Topaz was thought to be a representation of the Sun God Ra because of the intense fiery color.
Perfect gift for someone with a December birthday
Tomei x Royal Canadian Mint Numismatic Silver Coin December Birthstone Zircon with Swarovski® Crystals 2018
Tanzanite jewelry is a must-have in one’s precious line of accessories as it gels perfectly with all types of outfits. This captivating stone can transform your look with ease. Dazzle Like Royalty with Tanzanite Jewelry. This royal, stylish, and timeless piece will create one-of-a-kind statement.
A Pastime
Coins have meaning. Beyond the gold, beyond the silver, that's what gives them value. People preserve coins as keepsakes, memorials, even talismans, such as the 'lucky' quarter tucked away in a drawer or the silver dollar minted in a birth year.
A Pursuit
To a collector, a coin can be precious for many reasons: as a piece of history, as an expression of a culture, as a work of art.
A Passion
For passionate collectors, the Mint produces some of the world's most stunning commemorative coins, treasured for their rarity, historic significance and craftsmanship.