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Canadian Platinum Maple Leaf
Canadian Platinum Maple Leaf
Canadian Platinum Maple Leaf
First released in 1988, the Canadian Platinum Maple Leaf is an official platinum bullion coin produced by the Royal Canadian Mint. The standard modern coin contains one troy ounce of 99.95% pure platinum and carries a legal-tender face value of 50 Canadian dollars.
The reverse features the iconic Canadian maple leaf design, while the obverse carries the portrait of the reigning Canadian monarch appropriate to the year of issue. Modern Platinum Maple Leafs also incorporate advanced anti-counterfeiting features including precisely machined radial lines and a micro-engraved maple leaf security mark.
| Denomination | Platinum Content | Purity | Historical Availability | Mint |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz | 1.000 troy oz | 99.95% | Current Annual Size | Royal Canadian Mint |
| 1/2 oz | 0.500 troy oz | 99.95% | Historical Fractional Size | Royal Canadian Mint |
| 1/4 oz | 0.250 troy oz | 99.95% | Historical Fractional Size | Royal Canadian Mint |
| 1/10 oz | 0.100 troy oz | 99.95% | Historical Fractional Size | Royal Canadian Mint |
- Official platinum bullion coin produced by the Royal Canadian Mint
- Contains one troy ounce of 99.95% pure platinum
- Issued and backed by the Government of Canada
- Carries a legal-tender face value of 50 Canadian dollars
- Features the iconic Canadian maple leaf reverse design
- Modern issues feature precision radial lines and a micro-engraved maple leaf security mark
- Recognized and traded internationally in precious-metals markets
- Certain qualifying platinum bullion may be suitable for precious-metals IRAs when applicable federal and custodial requirements are satisfied
Questions About Canadian Platinum Maple Leafs?
Learn more about Canadian Platinum Maple Leaf coins, including their purity, specifications, security features, market value, IRA considerations, and how San Diego Coin Shops evaluates these internationally recognized platinum coins.
The Canadian Platinum Maple Leaf is an official platinum bullion coin produced by the Royal Canadian Mint. First released in 1988, it is one of the world’s best-known government-issued platinum bullion coins.
Canadian Platinum Maple Leaf bullion coins are composed of 99.95% pure platinum, equivalent to a fineness of .9995.
The standard Platinum Maple Leaf contains one troy ounce of platinum, with an official minimum weight of approximately 31.11 grams.
The standard one-ounce Canadian Platinum Maple Leaf carries a legal-tender face value of 50 Canadian dollars. Its actual precious-metal value is normally determined by the platinum market rather than its face value.
Modern Platinum Maple Leafs incorporate precisely machined radial lines and a micro-engraved maple leaf security mark created with laser technology to help verify authenticity.
Certain qualifying platinum bullion may be permitted in an IRA when applicable federal fineness and custody requirements are satisfied. IRA-held bullion generally must be in the physical possession of a qualifying trustee or custodian. Buyers should confirm eligibility with their IRA provider or tax professional.
Value is influenced primarily by the current platinum price, the coin’s platinum content, market premiums, condition, year, quantity, certification, and any collector demand associated with a particular issue.
Yes. San Diego Coin Shops evaluates Canadian Platinum Maple Leafs and other platinum coins. Offers may vary according to current platinum prices, condition, year, quantity, certification, and collector demand.
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