Canadian Maple Leaf Gold Coins

Buy Canadian Maple Leaf Gold Coins

Buy the most popularly held 24-karat bullion coin in the world. BOLD Precious Metals sells the entire series of Canadian Maple Leaf Gold Coins at the lowest industry price and with quick and secure shipping. The coins are highly sought by investors globally because of their standing, liquidity, and government backing.

Minted since 1979, the Canadian Maple Leaf Gold Coin has a rich history of being one of the first coins struck in pure gold on the open market, representing Canada's guarantee of quality and excellence. The coin is a national symbol of Canada, sporting the well-known maple leaf and representing authenticity and meaning.

Each coin holds .9999 pure investment-grade gold, which is known for its high gold content, and is guaranteed by the Canadian government. As either an experienced investor or first-time buyer, the Gold Maple Leaf is a foundation for any portfolio.

Find the Perfect Gold Maple Leaf for Your Portfolio

We offer a complete spectrum of sizes to suit every investment plan and budget approach. The most demanded size is the 1 oz coin due to its minimal premium above spot, whereas fractional sizes are ideal for diversification or gifting purposes. Such important details as weight and purity are engraved on coins in English and French, two official languages of Canada.

• 1 oz Gold Maple Leaf—The global standard for investors in gold bullion .
• 1/2 oz Gold Maple Leaf - Best-selling, mid-product size.
• 1/4 oz Gold Maple Leaf—Economical way to invest in gold.
• 1/10 oz Gold Maple Leaf—Great for incremental investing and value buyers.
• Fractional Sizes (1/20 oz & 1 g)—New buyers and collectors.

For diversity-seeking, the Canadian Gold MapleGram set is made up of five lines of five coins—25 single 1-gram coins, amounting to 25 grams. All the MapleGram sets are securely packaged with state-of-the-art authentication technology to protect against counterfeiting and secure transit.

Production and Minting: The Craft Behind the Coin

The Royal Canadian Mint is renowned throughout the world for its commitment to excellence, and nowhere is this more apparent than in the minting of the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf coins. Every gold maple leaf coin starts with a sensitive design process, as artistic craftsmen and engravers bring the distinctive maple leaf to life in minute detail. The mint subsequently produces precise dies, guaranteeing that each strike places a perfect impression on the pure gold surface.

With only the finest gold being used, every coin is struck in .9999 fine gold, assuring purity and value. The Royal Canadian Mint added the latest security features to safeguard your investment, such as the new texturized maple leaf and the finely engraved radial lines. These state-of-the-art features render the gold maple leaf coins among the safest bullion coins in the world, making them essentially impossible to counterfeit.

1 oz Gold Coin Sizes: Choose the Right Fit

The Canadian Gold Maple Leaf comes in a range of sizes to enable investors to tailor their gold holdings to their specific needs. The classic 1 oz gold coins is the best-selling, a full troy ounce of pure gold and 30 mm in diameter, and the cornerstone for serious investors. For incremental investment or diversifying purposes, the gold maple leaf coins are also available in 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/10 oz, and even 1/20 oz.

These fractional sizes provide convenience, making it possible for you to buy gold in a series of sizes that fit your budget and investment strategy. The smaller coins, such as the 1/10 oz and 1/20 oz, are best for starting investors or as a nice gift, but the larger sizes give you maximum value for the ounce. Special issues and privy-marked coins will also attract collectors, providing an added touch of uniqueness to their collections.

Why Buy Gold Maple Leafs from BOLD Precious Metals?

When you purchase from BOLD, you are not only purchasing a coin but a promise of value, security, and service that makes your investment experience seamless.

• Competitive Live Pricing: Our prices change in real-time, and you receive a reasonable price based on the current spot gold price. We support this with a Price Match Guarantee.
• Massive Choice: From the most recent King Charles III coins to the signature Queen Elizabeth II coins, we carry the complete range of Gold Maple Leaf products in inventory.
• Risk-Free, Secure Shipping: Your investment is important. That's why we offer risk-free, fully insured shipping on all orders over $199 to your doorstep.
• IRA-Ready Gold: Each Gold Maple Leaf coin we offer is .9999 pure and completely eligible for a Precious Metals IRA. We provide an easy way to diversify your retirement holdings.
• Professional Guidance & Support: Our experts provide professional guidance and support to buyers for a secure and educated purchasing experience.
• Trusted Since 2015: With years of service and thousands of customers, BOLD is your trusted online partner to purchase precious metals.

Invest in Gold for Your IRA

Want to add physical gold to your retirement portfolio? One of the most widely held and affordable options for a Precious Metals IRA is the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf. Its .9999 purity is above and beyond what the IRS demands, so you can diversify your holdings with a tax-favored, tangible asset.

Gold Maple Leaf vs. Gold Eagle: Making the Right Choice

For many buyers, the decision comes down to these two North American titans. Here’s a quick comparison to help you decide which coin is right for your purchase:

Feature	Canadian Gold Maple Leaf (Your Best Choice for Purity)	American Gold Eagle
Purity	.9999 Fine Gold (24-karat)	.9167 Fine Gold (22-karat)
Value	Lower premiums mean you get more gold for your dollar.	Generally higher premiums.
Composition	Pure gold, best kept in its protective casing.	Alloyed with silver/copper for durability.
IRA Status	Fully Eligible & Cost-Effective	Fully Eligible

The Canadian Gold Maple Leaf has a legal face value denominated in CAD (Canadian dollars), but its market value is determined by its gold content, which is among the highest purity available.

Security & Guaranteed Authenticity

Every Gold Maple Leaf coin is a work of art in security, providing you with total peace of mind when buying. The Royal Canadian Mint produces each coin to the highest standards of quality and security.

• DNA Bullion Technology allows us to verify the authenticity of your coin in an instant.
• Micro-Engraved Laser Mark: An extremely small and detailed maple leaf with the mint year that is well-nigh impossible to fake. This micro-engraved mark, along with fine laser lines, can only be beautifully seen under magnification, adding to the coin's sophisticated anti-counterfeit technology.
• Radial Lines: An accurate light-diffracting pattern that, besides, acts as a second level of security, creating a parallel-lined background that not only adds to security but also to beauty.
• Privy Mark: Another security feature, typically on the back of the coin, is a small, textured, or micro-engraved privy mark that offers further authentication of the coin and anti-counterfeiting.

The map of Canada appears on the front side of the coin, and it is accompanied by enhanced security elements, all set against a detailed background that highlights the coin’s authenticity and national symbolism.

When you buy from BOLD, you are guaranteed to receive an authentic Royal Canadian Mint product.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf a Good Investment?

Yes, it is among the world's most well-known and accepted gold bullion coins. Its government guarantee, hi-tech security, .9999 purity, and worldwide acceptance make it a safe and extremely liquid investment for both novice and seasoned investors.

2. What is the Main Difference between a Gold Maple Leaf and an American Gold Eagle?

The most remarkable difference is in purity. The Gold Maple Leaf is .9999 fine (24-karat) pure gold. The American Gold Eagle is .9167 fine (22-karat) gold, with a copper and silver alloy added to harden it. Due to its purity, the Maple Leaf will have a lower premium, so you can purchase more pure gold per dollar.

3. Are Canadian Maple Leaf Coins IRA-Eligible?

Yes. They are above the IRS minimum of .995 at .9999 purity, so they are a fully qualified and well-liked option for adding a physical, tax-favored asset to diversify a Precious Metals IRA.

4. How can I Verify my Gold Maple Leaf Coin is Authentic?

Real Maple Leaf coins contain the newest security features by the Royal Canadian Mint. These include exact radial lines, a micro-engraved privy maple leaf with the year of issue (only visible under a microscope) and Bullion DNA™ technology. The most significant step is to always purchase from a reliable dealer such as BOLD Precious Metals.

5. What is the Difference between the Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles III Coins?

The only difference is the effigy (portrait) on the obverse of the coin. Everything else, including the recognizable maple leaf reverse design, weight, and .9999 fineness, is identical. BOLD offers both types, contingent on supply.

6. Why do the Coins Come in Different Sizes, like 1/10 oz or 1/4 oz?

The various sizes (fractionals) make gold investing affordable to everyone's budget. The 1 oz coin is for serious buyers, and fractional sizes are for novice investors, dollar-cost averaging, or as an excellent and meaningful gift.

7. Does the Face Value on the Coin Affect its Worth?

No. Although a 1 oz Gold Maple Leaf carries a face value of 50 Canadian Dollars, its actual value is determined on the basis of the one troy ounce .9999 fine gold content. Its price is associated with the live spot price of gold, which is much greater than its face value as legal tender.

8. How are the Gold Maple Leaf Coins Packaged for Shipping?

Every coin is wrapped in protective plastic flips to avoid scratching. When ordered in bulk, they are packaged in safe, sealed tubes directly from the mint (usually 10 coins per tube) so that they come in perfect, Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition.