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Coin from Isle of Man - Alley Cat

1/9/2024

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Coin from Falkland Islands - King Penguin

1/8/2024

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Coin from Cook Islands - Hawksbill Turtle

1/7/2024

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Coin from Colombia - Loggerhead Sea Turtle

1/6/2024

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Coin from British Virgin Islands - Hummingbird

1/5/2024

 
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Coin from Canada - Flowers

1/4/2024

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Coin from Bermuda - Sea Turtle

1/2/2024

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Coin from Italy - Grapes & Wine

1/1/2024

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Coin Story - Year of the Snake on a China Coin

10/6/2023

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In the Chinese zodiac, the Year of the Snake is associated with the element Fire. This combination is believed to make people born in the Year of the Snake more charismatic, passionate, and determined. It's said that they have a natural ability to inspire others and often pursue their goals with great intensity.
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Coin Story - Octopus on Tuvalu Coin

10/6/2023

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​Octopuses are fascinating marine creatures known for their exceptional intelligence and unique adaptations. These cephalopods possess remarkable problem-solving abilities, can change color and texture to camouflage themselves, and have three hearts that pump blue, copper-based blood. Octopuses also lack a rigid skeleton, allowing them to squeeze through tiny openings and escape predators. With their keen senses and highly developed nervous systems, they navigate the ocean depths with grace and intrigue scientists and enthusiasts alike.
(purchase online in my shop at www.AnimalCoin.etsy.com)
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Coin Story - Isle of Man, Maine Coon Cat

6/25/2023

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Maine Coon Cat, Coin from Isle of Man

This coin pendant is another one of my more popular items. The Isle of Man issues these fun coins, with a new cat breed every year from 1988 to 2016.  This coin featuring the Maine Coon Cat was issued in 1993.
If you love cats, keep an eye on my website/shop for more coming.  I have coins from most of the years and will be painting them this year.  
​   --Ann
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Coin Story:  Maui Hawaii with Dolphins

6/16/2023

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Maui Hawaii Coin with Dolphins
For good reasons, this coin is one of my best sellers. With their amazing warm weather and beautiful scenery, Hawaii is a place we all love.

This coin is part of a series of coins issued by the Maui Chamber of Commerce to raise money for educational projects.  It features two leaping dolphins which are common wildlife on the islands.  Here are a few facts about Dolphins that you might not know:
  • Dolphins are nocturnal and feed at dawn and dusk.  That makes it the best time of day to see them in the wild.
  • Dolphins need to tell themselves when to breathe.  As a result they can never completely fall asleep.  Instead they let 1/2 of the brain sleep at a time.  The other side of the brain stays awake to control the breathing, and they also keep one eye open with it.
  • Dolphins don't normally dive deeply, but one dolphin trained by the US Navy holds the record at diving 990 feet.
  • Dolphins can swim more than 20 miles per hour for short distances, and can hold their breath 8-10 minutes.  Amazing!
  • It is illegal to swim with the dolphins in the wild.  The law mandates that you cannot get within 50 yards of a wild dolphin.  It is however legal to swim with captive dolphins, and many people do.

Fun Fact about Dolphins:
   You might be surprised to learn that Dolphins have a poor sense of smell. They also like to blow bubbles!
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Coin Story:  Hungary Coin - Turtle

6/3/2023

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European Pond Turtle, Coin from Hungary

This 1985 coin was issued in Hungary as part of a Wildlife Preservation series. These turtles live in ponds, marshes, and wetland areas in southern and central Europe, and northwestern Africa. They are more rare in some countries.

Five interesting facts about these fresh water turtles:
  • They live about 50 years in the wild, and their size ranges from 5 to 15 inches.  They are social and live in small groups.
  • They eat insects, small fish, tadpoles, etc. They also will eat water vegetation along with it.  
  •  Females lay 8-10 eggs, and the eggs incubate for about 90 days. The egg nest is buried in the dirt usually near a body of water.  
  • When winter arrives, they don't hibernate.  Fresh water turtles dive down into the muddy waters at the bottom of ponds where the temperature normally doesn't get below 34 degrees F. Their metabolisms slow down, allowing them to survive for months without food and very little oxygen.
  • Female European Pond Turtles leave after laying their eggs, they don't stay to raise their young.  The baby turtles hatch fully developed and are independent.  
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Coin Story: Isle of Man - Siamese Cat

5/28/2023

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Coin from Isle of Man, featuring the Siamese Cat

This coin is part of a coin series issued by the Isle of Man from 1988 to 2016.  Each year they featured a different cat breed, and it became popular coins to collect by cat lovers around the world.  The 1992 year featured the Siamese Cat.

There are lots of interesting facts about Siamese cats:
  • They were unique to Thailand's temples and Royal Palaces for centuries.  At the time, no commoner was allowed to own one.
  • About 100 years ago, the Siamese cat reached the USA.  It was given to the  wife of President Rutherford Hayes.
  • Most Siamese cats are born all white, and as they age they develop their darker points on their nose, ears, tails, and paws.
  • Siamese cats are considered big talkers. Their loud and low pitch tones are used to talk to their humans, and they are the most vocal of all cat breeds. (I have had Siamese cats and they followed me around the house in constant conversation.  I loved it, but some people might not)
  • They don't see well in the dark due to their light blue eyes.

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Siamese cats are very intelligent, and with very little training they love to play fetch!  They are regarded as the "dogs" of the cat world.
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Coin Story - Newfoundland Dog

5/21/2023

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The coin is from Newfoundland, Canada, and features one of their official dogs, the Newfoundland Dog.  The dogs originated in this area and were initially used as working dogs for fisherman. The Chamber of Commerce issued the coin or "trade dollar" in 1981 for the Corner Brook Silver Jubilee. 
  • The dog has a muscular build, large size, thick double coat, webbed paws and excellent swimming skills. They are known for their natural water rescue abilities.
  • A Newfoundland dog named Seaman accompanied Lewis and Clark on their expedition, which took 3 years.
  • An unnamed Newfoundland is credited for saving Napoleon Bonaparte in 1815 when rough seas knocked him overboard. The dog jumped into the sea and kept him afloat until he could reach safety.
  • And there are many other recorded rescues by these amazing dogs.
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