1979 Canada 1 oz Gold Maple Leaf BU
Bullion
1979 Canada 1 oz Gold Maple Leaf BU
In 1979, the Royal Canadian Mint introduced a landmark release that would become a cornerstone of global coinage: the very first Gold Maple Leaf. Struck in a brilliant uncirculated finish, this inaugural issue contains exactly one troy ounce of gold with a purity level of 0.999 fine. The coin represents a significant moment in Canadian numismatic history, offering a design backed entirely by the Canadian government for its weight and purity. The obverse features a right-facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, accompanied by her name, the year 1979, and the face value of 50 dollars. On the reverse, a highly detailed single maple leaf serves as the central focus, celebrating Canada's most recognizable natural emblem. This side also displays the weight and gold purity, marked by the bilingual inscriptions indicating fine gold in both English and French.
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Specifications
| Country | Canada |
|---|---|
| Year | 1979 |
| Grade | Brilliant Unc |
| Legal-tender face value | 50 Dollars |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 1.0000 troy oz |
| Purity | .999 |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2.80 mm |
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