Maple Leaf (2021) 1 oz - Gold Coin

The Canadian Maple Leafs, first minted in 1979, were the first 24-carat gold coin (first 999, then 999.9). The original 1-ounce coins (CAD 50 denomination) were followed in subsequent years by sizes derived from the 1-ounce weight (CAD 50 denomination).

Obverse

The obverse shows Queen Elizabeth II looking to the right and the text "ELIZABETH II 50 DOLLARS" .

Reverse

The reverse features a Maple Leaf with the text "CANADA 9999 FINE GOLD 1 OZ ARGENT PUR 9999". The issuing country is the guarantor of purity.

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TheCanadian Mint mints gold, silver, platinum and palladium investment coins known as Maple Leaf coins because they feature a maple leaf. The coin was designed by Walter Ott. The coin also incorporates a security mark - a small maple leaf with the year of issue ending e.g. "14" (can be seen under a magnifying glass). The security mark is made using the laser microfabrication technique used on all Maple Leaf gold and silver investment coins issued since 2014.