Canadian Maple Leaf Gold Coin

Background

The Canadian Gold Maple Leaf, introduced in 1979 by the Royal Canadian Mint, was one of the purest coins of its time, crafted entirely from 24-karat gold with no base metal alloy. The coin features Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and the maple leaf, Canada’s national symbol, on the reverse. Backed by the Canadian government, Canadian Gold Maple Leaf coins serve as legal tender in Canada and are globally recognized. Their relatively low production rate adds investment appeal, and their various denominations, from 1/20 oz to 1 oz, cater to diverse preferences and financial capabilities.

Details

• Manufacturer: Royal Canadian Mint
• Minting Location: Canada
• Denominations: CAD$1, CAD$5, CAD$10, CAD$20, CAD$50
• Content: 0.05 oz., 0.1 oz., 0.25 oz., 0.5 oz., 1 oz.
• Purity: 99.99%
• Weight: 1.556 g, 3.136 g, 7.802 g, 15.589 g, 31.650 g
• Thickness: 0.79 mm, 1.14 mm, 1.78 mm, 2.24 mm, 2.79 mm
• Diameter: 14.15 mm, 16.05 mm, 19.75 mm, 25.12 mm, 30 mm
• IRA-Eligibility: Eligible

Origin

• Upon its debut in 1979, the Canadian Maple Leaf Gold Coin, was one of the first coins crafted entirely from 24-karat gold, setting the industry purity standard.
• The obverse portrait of Queen Elizabeth II has seen several artistic renditions over the years, including designs by Arnold Machin, Dora de Pedery-Hunt, and Suzanna Blunt.
• The coin’s reverse features a single maple leaf, a symbol deeply associated with Canada, and the country’s official national emblem.