Consult our site for the answers to many questions. Museum staff are also happy to answer any question we can, as quickly as we can. You can help us by making your questions as specific as possible. Note, however, that in cases where a specialist must be contacted, responses may take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks.

Due to concerns over possible conflict of interest, we do not offer appraisals of private pieces and will therefore not follow up on such requests. However, you may consult the following publications.

For Canadian Currency

The Charlton Standard Catalogue of Canadian Government Paper Money. Toronto: The Charlton Press.

The Charlton Standard Catalogue of Canadian Bank Notes. Toronto: The Charlton Press.

The Charlton Standard Catalogue of Canadian Coins. Toronto: The Charlton Press.

The Charlton Standard Catalogue of Canadian Colonial Tokens. Toronto: The Charlton Press.

Catalogue des monnaies du Canada. Toronto: The Unitrade Press.

For World Currencies

Standard Catalogue of World Coins. Wisconsin: Krause Publications.

Standard Catalogue of World Paper Money. Wisconsin: Krause Publications.

These publications, which come in several volumes, may help you obtain an estimate for the value of your coins, bank notes, or tokens. They are available in most public libraries or can be ordered through book stores.