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All About the Canadian Maple Leaf Gold Coin
The Canadian Maple Leaf Gold Coin
Made from gold mined completely from locations in Canada, the Canadian Maple Leaf Gold Coin is composed of twenty four karrat gold. Unlike American Eagles or South African Krugerrands which are 91.67% (or 22 karat) pure gold with the remainder coming from copper or silver to form a more durable alloy, Maple Leaves are 99.99% completely pure. They are known as the most pure bullion coin that exists.
Since they are made of twenty four carat gold, Maple Leaves certainly don’t have the durability of Eagles or Krugerands. Gold of this level of purity has almost never been used as a regular currency in circulation for the simple fact that it will get damaged and worn out over time or even quickly. But even though they are officially minted legal tender coins in Canada, Maple Leaves are not circulated coins and are meant to be owned by collectors or investors. You can’t stroll into a McDonalds in Canada and order a Big Mac with a Maple Leaf coin, regardless of its legal tender status. Since Maple Leaf gold coins are primarily collector`s items and investments, perhaps the lower degree of durability is a non-issue.
Maple Leaf coins are one of the most sought-after bullion coins in many markets because they are known to be “pure” bullion. Certain people become a bit less interested when they learn that a different coin is less pure than twenty four carats. I guess certain individuals just like the thought of possessing pure bullion. And perhaps some people want the option of melting down their gold to increase liquidity in times of emergency. In addition to that, some people probably misunderstand what “impure” means in relation to coins of lower caratage, and assume that they are composed of less gold than twenty four karat coins with the same denomincation (ie. 1 ounce). But the fact of the matter s that a 1-oz. Maple Leaf and a 1-oz. Krugerrand have exactly the same amount of gold inside them. The other metals in the alloy are not included in the listed weight, only the gold portion is calculated. These are all causes of the huge popularity of the Canadian Maple Leaf Gold Coin.
One more reason that the Maple Leaf is so popular is its gorgeous imagery. The simple but memorable appearance of the maple leaf (which also appears on the Canadian flag) immediately strikes the viewer and elicits images of Canada’s majestic natural wonders and abundant natural resources. The reverse side of the coin shows a bust of Queen Elizabeth II, indicating the former status of Canada as a settlement of Britain and now a Commonwealth nation. The imagery is almost the same as the images on the Canadian 1 cent coin a coin which depicts the a maple’s leaf on the obverse and the Queen on the reverse.
The Canadian Maple Leaf Gold Coin can be bought in these denominations: 1 Troy Ounce, 1/2 troy oz, a quarter troy ounce, one tenth of a troy ounce, 1/20 Troy Oz.. A collection of Silver Maple Leaves is also available, which are pure bullion just like their gold brethren.
The Canadian Maple Gold Coin makes either a gorgeous treasure to enjoy, or an intelligent investment for the future. For those people who plant totake good care of their collections and make an effort to keep their coins in good condition, the twenty four carat Canadian Maple Leaf Gold Coin makes a great item in your collection.
About the Author
Bob Ethan is a gold invester owning all varieties of gold bullion coins. His personal favorite is the Canadian Maple Leaf Gold Coin.
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(9) 1979 & (1) 1980 CANADIAN MAPLE LEAF $50 COINS .999 GOLD COINS BULLION CANADA $20,000.00 |
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1989 CANADA MAPLE LEAF 10TH ANNIV GOLD PROOF 4 COIN SET $4,999.95 |
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1999 20TH ANN .999 GOLD MAPLE LEAF HOLOGRAM SET CANADA 1.9 OZ MINTAGE: 500 $4,977.00 |
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1989 4 Piece Canada Proof Gold Maple Leaf Coin Set, In Box w/ COA $4,195.00 |
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1989 Canada Maple Leaf PROOF .9999 Gold Four 4 coin set Tenth 10th Anniv 1.85 oz $3,999.00 |
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1997 $50 MS64 CANADA GOLD MAPLE COIN MOUNTED POLICE NGC $2,399.99 |
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2008 Canada $50 Gold Maple 1oz Ounce .9999 Van 2010 Canada Olympics PCGS Gem BU $2,374.95 |
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Canada $50 Gold Maple Leaf One Ounce Bullion Coin $1,895.00 |
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Gold, 1986 $50 Canada Maple Leaf One Ounce Gold Coin 9999 #S1130 $1,865.00 |
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Canada 1997 $50 Gold Mountie Maple Leaf Scarce One-Year Type .9999 Fine * $1,822.00 |
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$50 CANADA Gold Maple Leaf ONE OUNCE Bullion Coin : RANDOM YEAR : BU Condition $1,779.00 |
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2008 CANADA $200 Gold Maple Leaf 1 Oz. 99999 $1,625.00 |
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2005 CANADA MAPLE LEAF LIBERATION TULIP PRIVY $10 TEN DOLLAR GOLD COIN PCGS SP69 $1,099.95 |
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1989 CANADA MAPLE LEAF $5 FIVE DOLLAR PLATINUM PROOF 1/10oz COIN PCGS PR70 -POP3 $1,025.95 |
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2008 CANADA MAPLE LEAF $10 TEN DOLLAR GOLD 1/4oz COIN PCGS MS69 $788.45 |
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1994 CANADA G$2 MAPLE LEAF PCGS MS-69 $650.00 |
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1994 CANADA G$2 MAPLE LEAF NGC MS-69 $600.00 |
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1999 Canada $10 Gold Maple Leaf .9999 Gold 1/4 Troy Ounce Pure Gold $550.00 |
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2001 CANADA G$5 MAPLE LEAF VIKING PRIVY PCGS SP 69 TONE $550.00 |
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“RARE” 1999 $5 GOLD CANADA MAPLE LEAF HOLOGRAM…NGC SP69…PLUS BONUS GIFT $499.95 |
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1989 CANADA MAPLE LEAF $5 FIVE DOLLAR GOLD PROOF COIN PCGS PR69 DCAM $499.95 |
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2006 Canada $10 Maple Leaf Gold coin (No Reserve – Free Shipping in USA) $456.25 |
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1994 CANADA G$2 MAPLE LEAF NGC MS-68 $450.00 |
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1996 CANADA MAPLE LEAF $5 FIVE DOLLAR PLATINUM COIN PCGS MS67 $446.45 |
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1994 CANADA G$2 MAPLE LEAF PCGS MS-68 $400.00 |
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1/10 Oz , $5 Canada Maple Leaf $274.09 |
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2000 Canada $5 1/10 oz .9999 Gold Maple Leaf Coin Fireworks Privy NGC MS67 $269.00 |
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CANADA GOLD $5 DOLLAR MAPLE LEAF PROOF CAMEO $249.99 |
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2012 Fine Gold Canada $5 Maple Leaf 1/10 oz Mint Sealed $240.69 |
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2010 $5.00 Canada 9999 fine Gold Maple Leaf Elizebeth $225.00 |
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ESTATE CANADA MAPLE LEAF 2010 1/10 24K .9999 FINE GOLD $5 DOLLAR QUEEN ELIZABETH $215.00 |
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ESTATE CANADA MAPLE LEAF 1985 1/10 24K .9999 FINE GOLD $5 DOLLAR QUEEN ELIZABETH $205.00 |
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1985 Canada 1/10 Ounce Gold Maple Leaf .9999 Pure 5.00 Dollar Gold Coin $182.50 |
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2009 Canada Maple Leaf $5 Five Dollars 1/10 oz Tenth Once .999 Gold Coin SEALED $178.88 |
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2009 Canada Maple Leaf $5 Five Dollars 1/10 oz Tenth Once .999 Gold Coin SEALED $177.50 |
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2009 Canada Maple Leaf $5 Five Dollars 1/10 oz Tenth Once .999 Gold Coin SEALED $172.50 |
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CANADA: 5 DOLLAR 1/10 OUNCE GOLD MAPLE EAGLE PRIVY 1998 . .9999 PURE GOLD $171.38 |
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2009 Canada Maple Leaf $5 Five Dollars 1/10 oz Tenth Once .999 Gold Coin SEALED $162.50 |
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2008 Canada Maple Leaf Gold Dollar .9999 Gold 1/20 Troy Ounce – Sealed $159.99 |
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1/20 Oz , $1 Canada Maple Leaf $156.20 |
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2003 1/20 oz CANADA $1 MAPLE LEAF .9999 FINE GOLD SEALED $150.00 |
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2001 1/20 oz CANADA $1 MAPLE LEAF .9999 FINE GOLD SEALED $150.00 |
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2009 CANADA GOLD $1/2 DOLAR 1/25 OZ 50 CENTS RED MAPLE EARLY STRIKE PROOF $149.00 |
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Canada 2009 Red Maple Tree 50 Cents 1/25 Ounce .9999 Pure Gold Proof $139.99 |
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2009 CANADA GOLD MAPLE LEAF 1/25 OZ ORIG MINT PACKAGING $134.95 |
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Canada 1/20 oz maple leaf 2011 mint seal 1 dollar gold 0.9999 Elisabeth II $94.00 |
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Canada 1/20 oz maple leaf 2011 mint seal 1 dollar gold 0.9999 Elisabeth II $91.99 |
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Canada 1/20 oz maple leaf 2011 mint seal 1 dollar gold 0.9999 Elisabeth II $91.00 |
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Canada 1/20 oz maple leaf 2011 mint seal 1 dollar gold 0.9999 Elisabeth II $91.00 |
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Canada 1/20 oz maple leaf 2011 mint seal 1 dollar gold 0.9999 Elisabeth II $91.00 |
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Canada 1/20 oz maple leaf 1997 mint seal 1 dollar gold 0.9999 Elisabeth II $91.00 |
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2003 CANADA SILVER MAPLE LEAF $5 DOLLARS COLOURED $89.99 |
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Canada 1/20 oz maple leaf 1994 mint 1 dollar gold 0.9999 Elisabeth II $87.00 |
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CANADA SILVER MAPLE LEAF DOLLARS COLOURED 2001 $84.99 |
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Canada 1/20 oz maple leaf 1994 mint 1 dollar gold 0.9999 Elisabeth II $81.00 |