This 1 troy ounce gold Maple Leaf contains 1 troy ounce pure gold (99,9%). This gold coin features the iconic design that embodies the pride and beauty of Canada. The coin has proof quality, features an incredible Ultra-High Relief, has a partial Platinum plating and comes in an elegant case, along with the Certificate of Authenticity. Limited mintage of 550 pieces worldwide.
The Maple Leaf has been produced at the Royal Canadian Mint since 1979. This gold Maple Leaf is also newly minted by the Royal Canadian Mint. What makes this coin so special is the proof quality, the ultra high relief and the platinum plating. The proof quality, the ultra-high relief and the platinum plating ensure a beautiful appearance. Walter Otto is responsible for the design of the maple top, which has remained unchanged for years.
This coin has a face value of $200. In addition, this coin contains 1 troy ounce (31,103 grams) of pure gold (99,9%). The total weight of the coin is 33,17 grams.
The coin comes in an elegant box together with the certificate of authenticity. Worldwide only 550 pieces were made of this coin.
The front of this coin features an incredible ultra high relief image of the Maple Leaf, the iconic symbol of Canada. All around the front, the inscriptions: “CANADA” – the country of issue, “9999 FINE GOLD 1 OZ OR PUR” – the weight of the coin and the fineness of the Gold.
The obverse of the coin features the effigy of her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the inscriptions: “ELIZABETH II” – the name of the Queen, “200 DOLLARS” – the face value and “2023” – the year of issue and ''1925 - 2022'' - the years of her empire.
Proof coins are coins of the highest quality. Various techniques have been applied to these coins to improve the quality of the coin. Think of polished coin plates and stamps, creating a great contrast between relief and background. The coins are minted one by one and then packed in a capsule to prevent damage. Proof coins are extremely fragile and should only be touched with cotton gloves.