Numismatic

2026 Canada 1 oz Gold Maple Leaf Gem BU NGC First Day Issue

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The 2026 issue of Canada's premier gold bullion coin showcases a blend of classic design and modern security innovation. Struck from one troy ounce of highly refined 0.9999 fine gold, this fifty-dollar denomination coin represents a legacy of purity that evolved from the original 0.999 standard used when the series first launched, transitioning to the higher four-nines purity level in 1982. On the obverse, the coin displays the portrait of His Majesty King Charles III, created by designer Steven Rosati. The reverse is dominated by the iconic, highly detailed single maple leaf that has defined the series for decades. Alongside the central leaf, the reverse contains inscriptions detailing the weight and purity, including the phrase "1 OZ OR PUR FINE GOLD". For security, the coin incorporates advanced protective features first introduced to the series in 2015. This includes a tiny, textured maple leaf privy mark that is micro-engraved with the two-digit year "26" to denote its 2026 release. Backed by the Canadian government, this coin is minted by the Royal Canadian Mint and has been certified in Gem Brilliant Uncirculated condition.