History of Canadian Currency

History Of Canadian Currency

Canada has an extensive history with regard to its currency. Beginning in the early 16th Century, items such as wampum and furs were actually considered currency. With the colonization of France and England, various coins were introduced in the 18th and 19th Century. In the 20th Century, it has issued many commemorative coins into circulation, temporarily replacing current coinage designs. For information on some non-circulating coins, go here.

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