Spain issues commemorative collector coins honoring the Real de a Ocho and its influence on the Canadian dollar
07 Apr 2026Effective: 01 Apr 2026115 views
Who is affected:
Coin collectors, numismatists and enthusiasts of Spanish monetary history
Summary
Collector coins are minted paying tribute to the historic Spanish Real de a Ocho and its influence on the Canadian dollar. These are numismatic pieces not intended for use as regular means of payment.
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Orden ECM/317/2026 authorizes the issuance and minting of collector coins under the title 'El Real de a Ocho: Raíces de la Moneda Canadiense', recognizing the historical influence of the Spanish coin on the Canadian monetary system. These pieces have a numismatic and commemorative nature, aimed at the collectibles mark…
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