# Photographic Collectible Coins The Royal Canadian Mint Collaborated with Vlogger Peter McKinnon By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-06-26 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collectible-coin References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-royal-canadian-mint-teams-up-with-world-renowned-toronto-photographer-peter-mckinnon-to-create-a-new-coin-series-300823573.html) & [mint](https://www.mint.ca/store/article/article.jsp?itemId=2400001) This spring, the [Royal Canadian Mint](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-toonie) announced a unique collaboration with photographer and [YouTube](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hacksmith) vlogger Peter McKinnon that resulted in an innovative [collectible coin series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-90th) featuring stunning Canadian landscapes. The first piece in the coin series has kicked off with a depiction of Alberta's Moraine Lake, which appears on a two-ounce fine silver coin in full color. As a nod to McKinnon's photographic talents, the artful coin boasts a frame that resembles the aperture blades on a camera lens. McKinnon's passion for photography inspired him to capture the beauty of Moraine Lake in different seasons, including a perfect shot of the lake at a time when the snow-capped mountains are reflected on the glassy surface of site's distinctive turquoise waters. The second coin in the Peter McKinnon Photo Series by the Royal Canadian Mint will also highlight a picturesque Canadian landscape. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Regional](https://www.trendhunter.com/regional) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Collectible Coin Series:** There is a growing trend of innovative collectible coin series featuring stunning designs and collaborations with artists or influencers. - **Incorporation of Photography:** There is a trend of incorporating photography into collectible coins, allowing for unique and visually appealing designs. - **Collaborations with Influencers:** Collaborations between minting companies and influencers are becoming popular, offering a new way to engage collectors and fans. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Numismatics:** The numismatics industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities in creating unique collectible coin series that cater to different themes and collaborations. - **Photography:** The photography industry has an opportunity to expand their reach by incorporating their work into collectible coins, allowing for wider appreciation of their art. - **Minting and Manufacturing:** Minting and manufacturing companies can leverage collaborations with influencers to create limited edition collectible coins, attracting new collectors and increasing brand visibility. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Commemorative Coin Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/commemorative-coin-release.md) - [Collectable Singer-Honoring Coins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/george-michael-coin.md) - [Collectible Sci-Fi Coins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-coins.md) - [Fictional Wizard Collectible Coins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harry-potter-collection-1.md) - [Exclusive Wizard-Themed Coins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wizardthemed-coin-collection.md) - [Memorial Monarch Coins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-toonie.md) - [Commemorative Music Coins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-coins.md) - [Wizard-Inspired Coin Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-royal-mint.md) - [Sustainable Traveling Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miir.md)