The Canadian Maple Leaf series is coveted by bullion enthusiasts and investors alike. Whether the Maple Leaf Coin series is acquired as an inflationary hedge or to build a store of wealth, the coins are one of the best ways to builds up a bullion portfolio.
If you are planning to invest in gold or silver coins, then the Royal Canadian Maple Leaf coin series is the perfect series. Available in gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, their wide range of precious metal coins make the Maple Leaf series stand out against all other brands.
The Royal Canadian Mint has been recognized as one of the largest and most versatile mints in the world, and it offers an extensive range of specialized, high-quality bullion products like coins and bars.
Originally established on January 2, 1908, the Royal Canadian Mint opened its doors with an official inauguration of the Ottawa Branch of Britain's Royal Mint. This event was commemorated by the striking of a fifty-cent piece. Before 1908, almost all Canadian coinages were minted and produced at the Royal Mint in London, England.
In 1931, The Royal Canadian Mint became independent and was handed over to the government of Canada. After several years of establishing new currency and refining records, the Royal Canadian Mint became a Crown corporation in 1969, almost 40 years later.
History of the Maple Leaf Series
The Maple Leaf coin series has a rich history. The Royal Canadian Mint first introduced the gold maple leaf coin in 1979 with a purity of .999. Initially the coin was only available in a one-ounce size. At that time, The South African Krugerrand was the only other pure gold bullion coin minted. As a result, the Maple Leaf series quickly captured the attention of many investors.
The Gold Maple Leaf Coin was initially recommended to Canada by Walter Ott as an alternate gold bullion coin to the South African Krugerrand. Minted by the Royal Canadian Mint, Walter’s produced vision and version quickly became the world’s purest and most sought-after gold coin series.
Maple Leaf Coins in Gold / Silver
If you plan to invest in silver or buy silver coins online, then the Maple Leaf Silver coin series is a very good option. Regarded as a popular choice among North American bullion brands, the Silver Maple Leaf series is unique for its security features that are put in place by the Canadian mint.
One of the measures was the presence of new precision-engraved circular lines on the front side, and reverse fields to reflect light in separate ways, which means that it is harder to counterfeit the coins. The coins also have a micro-engraved laser mark on the opposite side, below the beneath maple design, which is the final two digits in the date of issue, that is only visible under magnification.
The Gold Maple Leaf Coins are equally, if not more, coveted amongst global investors and enthusiasts. As it has one of the highest purity scores for a bullion series and is available in 1 Ounce and fractional sizes. 1 Gram combi coin bars are also available.
Similar to the Silver coin series, the gold maple leaf coins feature an intricate design that acts as a security measure. After 2005, the Royal Canadian Mint produced small consignments of .99999 pure for commemorative purposes to honor the legacy of the coinage and its history.
Maple Leaf Coins in Platinum / Palladium
First minted in 1988, the Platinum Maple Leaf series is one of the three major platinum bullion coins in the world. The coin is available in platinum and palladium predominantly in a 1 ounce size, although fractional sized platinum coins have been released intermittently.
The one-ounce Platinum Maple Leaf coins are .9995 fine in purity level, with a face value of 50 Canadian Dollars.
The palladium Maple Leaf was first minted in 2005, which marked them as the latest addition to the series from the Royal Canadian Mint. The Palladium Maple Leaf coin is a legal tender of Canada, that also comes with a face value of 50 Canadian dollars.
The coin itself scores a purity of .9995 fine palladium and is available in 1 Ounce weight. The design depicts the image of Queen Elizabeth II and also has the engraving of the Maple Leaf design faithfully connected with Canadian pride and symbol.
99999 Fine Gold Maples
The purest gold coin currently available on the market is the 99999 fine gold maple leaf from the Canadian Royal Mint. After becoming the first mint to accomplish a purity level of .9999, the Royal Canadian Mint introduced a special edition coin the Special Gold Maple, which had a purity of .99999, marking it as the world’s purest gold coin. The coin is known as a special edition Maple Leaf.
These special edition gold Maple leaf coins feature the traditional maple leaf design created using an exceptional laser engraving technique. The coin’s weight and purity are guaranteed by the Canadian government.
Conclusion
Since its inception in the late 1970s, the Maple Leaf has garnered interest and enthusiasm from bullion investors worldwide. The series remains one the most popular worldwide, and this is due to the simplistic yet elegant design of the coin coupled with its affordability.
Suisse Gold carries the complete range of Maple Leaf coins, including gold, silver, platinum and palladium maple leafs, as well as the Maple Leaf bar in gold and silver. Fractional and 1 ounce coins are also available. Maple Leaf coins can be purchased for worldwide delivery and secure vault storage.
