Canadian Gold Maple 1oz
One of the world's purest mainstream bullion coins, at .9999 fine gold.
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First issued in 1979 by the Royal Canadian Mint, the Maple Leaf was the first bullion coin ever struck in 99.99% pure gold — a deliberate response to the Krugerrand's 22-karat dominance. Modern coins (2013+) include the RCM's 'Bullion DNA' anti-counterfeiting tech: a laser micro-engraved maple leaf with the year inside, only visible under magnification.
Design
Obverse
King Charles III effigy (replaced Queen Elizabeth II in 2024 coins), with 'CANADA' and the face value.
Reverse
A single sugar maple leaf with fine radial lines (added 2013 for anti-counterfeit), designed by Walter Ott. The center contains the laser-engraved security mark.
Specifications
| Purity | 99.99% gold |
| Weight | 1 oz pure gold (31.10 g) |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2.87 mm |
| Face value | CAD $50 |
| Designer (reverse) | Walter Ott |
| First issued | 1979 |
| Mint | Royal Canadian Mint |
Why investors choose it
Higher purity than the U.S. Gold Eagle, advanced anti-counterfeit features, and consistently the lowest-premium .9999 fine option from a major sovereign mint.
