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Information on the Canadian Maple Leaf Platinum Coin Series |
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The Canadian Maple Leaf Platinum Coin is a premier choice among precious metal investors and collectors, known for its 99.95% platinum purity and the iconic maple leaf design that symbolizes Canada's natural beauty. Launched to diversify the Royal Canadian Mint’s portfolio of high-purity bullion, this coin series appeals due to its market recognition, liquidity, and the mint's commitment to security and quality. |
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Coin Name: The Canadian Maple Leaf Platinum Coin |
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Minted By: The Royal Canadian Mint, Ottawa, Canada |
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First Released in: 1988 |
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Legal Tender Value: The legal tender values of the Canadian Maple Sheet Platinum Coins are set at 50 Canadian dollars for the 1 ounce, 20 dollars for the 1/2 ounce, 10 dollars for the 1/4 ounce, and 5 dollars for the 1/10 ounce. |
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Sizes Available: 1 Ounce, 1/2 Ounce, 1/4 Ounce and 1/10 Ounce |
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Annual Mintage: The mintage of the Canadian Maple Leaf Platinum Coins varies based on platinum market conditions and investor demand. While not always disclosed in full by the mint, these coins are known for their somewhat limited production, enhancing their appeal to collectors and investors looking for exclusivity. |
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Coin Dimensions and Specification: The Canadian Maple Leaf Platinum Coin Series features a 1 troy ounce standard issue as well as fractional sizes including 1/2 ounce, 1/4 ounce, and 1/10 ounce, all struck from 99.95% pure platinum. The 1 ounce coin measures 30 mm in diameter, while the fractional coins are proportionately sized to accommodate their weight—1/2 ounce at 25 mm, 1/4 ounce at 20 mm, and 1/10 ounce at 16 mm in diameter. These coins incorporate advanced security features such as radial lines and a micro-laser engraved maple leaf in the field, enhancing their anti-counterfeiting measures. |
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Coin Design: Obverse: The obverse displays the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, with the year of issue and the face value surrounding her image. This side underscores the coin’s status as legal tender in Canada. More recent versions of the coin feature a portrait of King Charles III. Reverse: The reverse features the detailed, classic maple leaf design that is synonymous with Canadian Maple Leaf bullion coins. The exquisite detailing of the leaf, coupled with the coin’s mirror-like finish, exemplifies the Royal Canadian Mint’s craftsmanship. |
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Other Coins in the Series: The Maple Leaf series spans across multiple precious metals, including gold, silver, and palladium, all featuring the iconic maple leaf design. This allows investors to diversify their portfolios within a consistent and trusted series. |
