Similar to gold, silver has long been used as a form of currency and to preserve wealth. Silver’s value is based on its inherent value as a physical commodity, supported by its long history of use in technology, jewelry, and financial security, in contrast to fiat money, which is dependent on governmental authority.
Silver coins are popular among collectors and investors because of their purity, rarity, and high liquidity. Investing in government-minted silver coins also offers a sense of security, as they are guaranteed by their respective governments, assuring that each coin meets strict standards of purity and weight.
Canadian Coins
The foreign coins that are issued by Canada are struck by the renowned Royal Canadian Mint, which is well known for its gorgeous designs and constant technical innovation. The annual Gold and Silver Maple Leaf series is the crown jewel of Canadian world coins. The maple leaf has kept the same iconic design over the years but has been updated with radial lines, micro-engravings, and enhanced security features. The Royal Canadian Mint releases a large variety of coin series highlighting Canada's majestic wildlife and vast wilderness. Canadian coins have even set international coin records throughout the course of their history, at one point striking the then-largest gold coin ever minted.
South African Coins
The world coins that come from South Africa have some of the richest history in the numismatic coin industry. The iconic gold Krugerrand originates from this nation and was the first and only modern gold bullion world coin until the Royal Canadian Mint released the first Gold Maple Leaf in 1979. The South African Mint recently began releasing annual Silver Krugerrands in 2017 to honor the 50th anniversary of the coin series. In addition, the South African Mint releases a few other striking coin series, including its Nature and Big 5 series, which highlight the native fauna of the country, both currently living and extinct.
British Coins
Some of the oldest international coins in the world come from Britain’s Royal Mint. Once the overseer of mints in Commonwealth countries, such as the Royal Canadian Mint and Royal Australian Mint, the Royal Mint now strikes circulating and collectible coins for the British nation. The headliner of this world mint is their Silver and Gold Britannia series that features a female personification of Britain, in the same way that Liberty represents America and its values. The Royal Mint releases commemorative coins that honor British cultural icons, such as their Paddington Bear, Queen’s Beasts, and Tower of London series.
Mexican Coins
Mexican coins are struck by the Casa de Moneda, which is one of the oldest Mints in the world in the Western hemisphere. The Libertad is Mexico's national coin, struck in both silver and gold. The reverse side of the libertad features the Winged Victory (the Angel of Independence) with the Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes in the background. Libertads are devoid of face value, yet they are legal tender, still accepted as currency, and guaranteed by Banco de México, based on the market value of their gold or silver content.
Australian Coins
Australia’s Perth Mint is a giant of numismatics, renowned for their meticulous striking of impressively pure coins. The Perth Mint releases several annual bullion series, including the Kangaroo, the Koala, the Wedge-tailed eagle, and the Kookaburra. Many of these releases feature a different design each year, so there are plenty of options for building your WorldCoin collection. Be sure to check out the Perth Mint’s collection.
Austrian Coins
The Austrian Mint celebrated its 825th anniversary in 2019, a remarkable feat. The Mint is most known for their annual bullion series, the Silver and Gold Philharmonic, which features some of the instruments in Austria’s Philharmonic orchestra,. To commemorate the 825th anniversary, a special series of coins was released that pays homage to Leopold V, Wiener Neustadt, and Robin Hood.
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