royal canadian mint

Royal Canadian Mint    

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The Royal Canadian Mint's headquarters occupies the same historic building in Ottawa where it was founded in 1908. Today, the facility proudly produces world-renowned collector coins, gold and …
The Royal Canadian Mint's headquarters occupies the same historic building in Ottawa where it was founded in 1908. Today, the facility proudly produces world-renowned collector coins, gold and silver bullion, and medals and medallions that honour those who have made a significant impact on our country.

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Sep 22, 2024
A huge edifice along Sussex Drive. It looks like a castle. Costs about $12 to get in and takes about an hour. Fantastic and very informative Full review by PBPG
Sep 21, 2024
Thank you to Christopher for provided us with an interesting, informative, fun tour. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Ottawa Full review by Valerie H
Aug 29, 2024
Our guide Rahul was very kind and provided an information insight of the Royal Mint. The tickets can be purchase the out date and so close to walk with the Rue Rideau. I was an amazing tour to see t… Full review by Maps15700208810
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Is there a non guided option as a tour?
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This is a secure facility with million of dollars of gold and silver used to cut the collector coins.Your tour is above the working area which is glassed in. There are armed guards at …
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This is a secure facility with million of dollars of gold and silver used to cut the collector coins.Your tour is above the working area which is glassed in. There are armed guards at entrances, security cameras throughout and you are not allowed to take any pictures. The tours are in small groups and without the guided tour, it would be difficult to know about the coin making process.
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Are you able to take pictures on the tour?
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No, it’s not permitted.
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How far in advance should I call to make reservations for a tour?
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We called the day before.
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I read that the weekends tour is not as interesting...because the machines are not working. Is that correct?
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I join the last English tour of the day. So, The machine is turn off and most of the staff is gone. BUT, still worth to go, learn more the history, how it works. the admission is not expensive, …
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I join the last English tour of the day. So, The machine is turn off and most of the staff is gone. BUT, still worth to go, learn more the history, how it works. the admission is not expensive, buy some souvenir. experience yourself . whether the machine is working or not, I recommend
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What does each etr represent?
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Each ETR represents an equal undivided direct legal and beneficial interest in physical gold bullion to be held for the account of the ETR Holder in custody by the Mint....
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