The Canadian Gold Maple Leaf was introduced to the world by the Royal Canadian Mint in 1979, as a way to challenge the South African Krugerrand’s dominance in the gold bullion market. Although initially only made available in the 1 oz. weight, the Royal Canadian Mint had greater plans for its new bullion program. Soon after, in 1986 the ½ oz. Gold Maple Leaf launched; the smaller coin helped expand investor access and solidify the Gold Maple Leaf’s position as a must have for collectors around the world.
Highlights:
- Contains 1/2 oz. of .9999 fine Gold.
- Coins will arrive in protective packaging.
- Obverse: Displays an effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, with “20 DOLLARS” and the coin’s year inscribed along the bottom edge.
- Reverse: Features a large, singular maple leaf, one of Canada’s most recognizable symbols. The coin’s weight, “1/2 OZ”, and purity, “9999”, are inscribed around the iconic gold-hued leaf.
- Has a face value of CAD $20 backed by the Canadian government.
The 1/2 oz. Canadian Gold Maple Leaf, introduced in 1986, represented the second expansion of the original 1 oz. series, which originated in 1979. Its obverse proudly displays Queen Elizabeth II, with evolving portraits capturing her from the age of 39 to 79. Recognized for their high gold purity and content, the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf comes in various denominations, ranging from 1/10 – 1 oz, with some special editions of these Maple Leafs nestled in between. This iconic coin upholds the exemplary standards of the Royal Canadian Mint, one of the world’s foremost authorities in precious metal refining.
Expand your portfolio with a prestigious 1/2 oz. Canadian Gold Maple Leaf, an iconic bullion coin renowned worldwide!
