Maple Leaf 1oz Gold Coin 2023
Royal Canadian Mint
The Royal Canadian Mint is one of the largest and most popular issuers of high-quality gold and silver coins.
Founded in 1908 as an extension of the British Royal Mint, the Royal Canadian Mint was originally tasked with producing Canadian currency locally. In 1931, it came under full Canadian ownership, establishing itself as a national institution. Since then, the Mint has grown into a global leader in coin production, not only minting Canadian currency but also creating coins for countries around the world. Known for its cutting-edge technology, the Mint has pioneered the production of 99.99% pure gold coins and introduced advanced security measures such as laser engraving and radial lines, ensuring its products remain among the most secure and highly prized globally.
The Royal Canadian Mint launched the Maple Leaf Coin in 1979 as a gold bullion coin, offering investors a high-purity option. Initially minted with 99.9% gold purity, the coin's fineness was enhanced to 99.99% in 1982, positioning it among the purest gold coins globally. Its success led to the series expanding to include silver in 1988, as well as platinum the same year, and palladium in 2005.
The Maple Leaf 1 oz Gold Coin 2023 features the iconic maple leaf on its reverse, a design originally crafted by Canadian artist Walter Ott. First introduced in 1979 on the Gold Maple Leaf Coin, Ott’s depiction of the sugar maple leaf has become a hallmark of the series, renowned for its detail and interpretation of Canada’s national emblem. While the coin’s design has evolved over the years with new security measures, Ott’s maple leaf remains its focal point. Enhanced by micro-engraving, the design not only elevates the coin’s aesthetic but also adds to its security.
The obverse displays a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II with the dates of her reign from 1952-2022. The face value of fifty Canadian dollars is shown in the surrounding legend. Both sides of the coin include radial lines in the background for additional security.
The Maple Leaf 1 oz Gold Coin 2023 contains one troy ounce of fine gold with a purity of 999.9/1000 which equates to a metric weight of 31.10 grams. The coin is 30.00 mm in diameter. It is also available in weights of ½ oz, ¼ oz, 1/10 oz and 1/20 oz in gold plus a MapleGram 25 x 1g gold pack and 1 oz in silver.
The Maple Leaf Coin is internationally renowned for its signature maple leaf design, advanced security features, and reputation as one of the most trusted and sought-after bullion coins by both investors and collectors.
| Metal | Gold |
| Form | Gold Coin |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Manufacturer | Royal Canadian Mint |
| Series | Maple Leaf |
| Purity | 999.9/1000 |
| Fineweight | 31.10 gram |
| Gross Weight | 31.10 gram |
| Denomination (oz) | 1 oz |
| Year of issue | 2023 |
| Grade | Brilliant |
| Condition | Uncirculated |
| Face value | 50 CAD |
| Diameter | 30.00 mm |
| Packaging | Single in Pouch |
| Packaging Unit | 10 per tube |