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SOLD FOR: $38,500.00 CAD — 2025 Ten Kilo Big Silver Maple
📍 From Alliance Coin Auctions (2026 O.N.A. Ottawa Convention Sale)
Bidding Info: 🪧 Hammered Live on May 29, 2026

Mammoth Silver Masterpiece: This colossal 2025 $1,000 "Big Silver Maple" coin ignited passionate bidding before hammering down at a commanding $38,500.00 CAD. Standing as the world's largest 99.99% pure silver coin at an unbelievable weight of 10 kilograms and a massive 230mm diameter, this incredibly rare piece is serialized as number 52 of a strictly limited global mintage of only 299 units produced by the Royal Canadian Mint.

Auction Debut History: Believed to be the very first example of this 10-kilo masterpiece ever offered at public auction, the coin came fully equipped with its original custom wood display cabinet and an ultra-secure Nanuk transportation case. The historic lot triggered intense cross-platform competition on iCollector.com, as high-end collectors locked horns digitally to secure a truly unprecedented centerpiece for the ultimate modern Canadian archive.

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LOT OF THE DAY: A Carousel of Progress 1967 New Tomorrowland Model
📍 From Van Eaton Galleries (Disney Studio and Pop Culture Legends Auction)
Bidding Info:
🪧 Live Online Auction ends June 27, 2026 @ 10:00 AM PDT

ℹ️ Take an unbelievable step back into theme park history with this massive, one-of-a-kind tribute layout of Disneyland's legendary 1967 New Tomorrowland expansion. Sourced directly from the family estate of a Disney Imagineer, this highly accurate 1990s replica beautifully preserves the exact footprint of the iconic, rotating Carousel of Progress show building before the attraction packed up and permanently moved to Florida in 1973. Measuring a commanding 30” x 48” x 17” high on a solid wooden base, the incredibly detailed piece is built predominantly of foam core and comes fully populated with faux foliage, 4 plastic outdoor umbrella tables, and 45 miniature human figures. It even captures the long-lost entrance to the historic Tomorrowland Skyway transit line, which carried guests over the park from 1956 to 1994. Showing only light, expected character wear from age and gentle handling, this artifact is an absolute dream center-piece for any serious pop culture historian or dedicated archive.

LOT OF THE DAY: Large Scale HMS Bounty 1783 Model Ship
📍 From The Mad Picker Antiques & Collectibles (Aldergrove, BC)

Bidding Info: 🪧 Live Online Auction Starts June 16, 2026 @ 10:00 AM PDT

ℹ️ Capture a magnificent piece of maritime lore with this large-scale museum-quality model of the infamous HMS Bounty. Best known for the historic 1789 mutiny in the South Pacific, this beautifully detailed replica honors the 1783 merchant vessel originally built as the Bethia before being purchased by the Royal Navy. Featuring intricate rigging, meticulous deck construction, and authentic hull lines, this model serves as a stunning tribute to the age of sail.Designed as an instant focal point for a classic study, executive office, or maritime collection, the vessel comes housed in a custom floor-standing display case and stand. The total combined unit footprint measures an impressive 12" deep by 49" wide and stands a commanding 68" tall, ensuring the delicate craftsmanship remains beautifully preserved and completely dust-free.Auction Note: All items are sold strictly as-is, where-is with no warranties. Local preview is available in Aldergrove, BC on Saturday, June 13th from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Winning bidders must arrange pickup between June 17th and June 20th;

LOT OF THE DAY: Australia 1896-M Queen Victoria Gold Sovereign
📍 From Colonial Acres Coins Ltd.
🪧 Live Online Auction Starts June 24, 2026 @ 5:30 PM EDT

ℹ️ Add a striking piece of 19th-century history to your portfolio with this British Empire gold sovereign struck down under. Minted at the historic Melbourne Mint ("M" mintmark) during the peak of the Australian gold rush eras, this coin features the elegant "Veiled Head" portrait of Queen Victoria on the obverse and Benedetto Pistrucci's iconic Saint George and the Dragon design on the reverse.This piece is graded at an impressive Uncirculated+ (UNC+) condition, retaining sharp, frosty design details and beautiful original mint luster, despite noted surface scratches. It is struck in 22-karat crown gold (0.917 fine) and contains 0.2354 troy ounces of pure gold, making it a highly liquid asset that perfectly bridges the gap between numismatic rarity and precious metal bullion.

💥 SOLD: $37,500 USD! 💥
Bidding reached an incredible $37,500 USD (plus BP) on May 7, 2026, when this stunning Peru 1707 Lima Gold Cob 8 Escudos found its winning home at the Sedwick & Associates, LLC online auction!

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LOT OF THE DAY: Costa Rica Luxury Escape – Beach or Volcano Adventure
📍 From Coastline Auctions (Journeys Worth Taking Featured Collection)
Bidding Info: 🪧 Bidding Ends June 25, 2026 @ 7:02 PM PDT

ℹ️ Indulge in the ultimate tropical getaway for two with a curated 6-night luxury escape to Costa Rica, customizable to your perfect style of travel. This premium package features round-trip airport transfers, dedicated concierge booking services, and your choice between two incredible itineraries:

🌴 Option 1: Pacific Coast Sophistication (Tamarindo)
Spend 6 nights in a pool-view room at the beachfront Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort. Enjoy laid-back luxury and select two signature excursions, such as a Catamaran Sunset Cruise and snorkel tour, a canopy zipline adventure, or a guided estuary boat tour through the mangroves.

🌋 Option 2: Volcanoes & Cloud Forest Escape (Arenal & Monteverde)
Split your journey with 3 nights at the Volcano Lodge & Thermal Experience beneath the iconic Arenal Volcano (featuring access to soothing natural hot springs), followed by a scenic boat transfer to Monteverde for 3 nights at the intimate Poco a Poco Hotel & Spa. Choose a signature guided trek in each region, ranging from volcanic lava field hikes and river safari floats to cinematic canopy walks through the world-famous cloud forest.

LOT OF THE DAY: 1989 Pitcairn Islands $50 Bounty Bicentenary 5oz Silver Coin"
📍 From Colonial Acres Coins Ltd.
Bidding Info: 🪧 Bidding opens June 10, 2026 @ 12:00 PM EDT | Live Bidding Starts June 24, 2026 @ 5:30 PM EDT

ℹ️ This massive 1989 Pitcairn Islands $50 legal tender coin commemorates the bicentenary of the historic 1789 Mutiny on the Bounty. Struck by the British Royal Mint, this impressive collectible contains 5 troy ounces of .999 fine silver. Because of the Pitcairn Islands' direct historical connection to the mutineers—who famously settled the isolated island alongside Tahitian companions—this issue holds immense thematic appeal for both maritime history buffs and world coin collectors. This premium numismatic lot comes complete with its original presentation case and Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

Ever wonder what a piece of history looks like in the palm of your hand? This stunning 1856 Liberty Head gold coin just found a new home for $2,200! 🪙✨ Keep your eyes peeled—you never know what kind of rare treasures might surface at the next auction.

LOT OF THE DAY: 'Amorevole Aiuto' Signed Italian Marble Sculpture
📍 From The Mad Picker / Direct Auctions (Aldergrove, BC)
Bidding Info: 🪧 Live Online Auction Starts June 16, 2026 @ 10:00 AM PDT (Note: The date is subject to change; please check the link for the most updated information)

ℹ️ This exquisite, solid marble group by Pietro Piraino, titled "Amorevole Aiuto" (Loving Help), is a stunning example of the Roman academic tradition from the turn of the 20th century. Measuring approximately 24" x 21" x 21", this heavy, finely carved piece depicts a poignant scene of mentorship, capturing an older figure guiding a child with remarkable tenderness. The sculpture showcases the hallmark craftsmanship of the era, from the crisp, dramatic folds of the drapery to the lifelike, polished finish of the figures. Signed "PIRAINO. P. ROMA," this is a sophisticated acquisition for collectors of historical Italian marble and sentimental genre art.