Canada has been a key player in the global gold industry for centuries, thanks to its rich history of gold mining and refining. The Royal Canadian Mint (RCM) is renowned for its high-quality gold bullion coins, including the famous Canadian Gold Maple Leaf series. Occasionally, the RCM releases special coins like the 2008 1 oz Canadian Gold Maple Leaf, which is crafted with an extraordinary .99999 pure gold content. These coins are now available at BGASC.

Highlights:

• Packaged in an official assay card from the Royal Canadian Mint!
• Assay card comes with a built-in capsule space for the coin!
• Exceptional 5-nines gold purity!
• Limited mintage of 27,476 coins!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .99999 pure gold in BU condition.
• Issued a face value of $200 (CAD) by Canada.
• Queen Elizabeth II is depicted on the obverse.
• Reverse shows two maple leaves on a small branch.

Each 2008 1 oz Canadian Gold Maple Leaf Coin comes securely enclosed in a sealed assay card, which provides important authentication details in both English and French. This coin stands out due to its .99999 pure gold content, making it one of the purest gold coins produced by the Royal Canadian Mint.

Obverse

The obverse of the 2008 Canadian Gold Maple Leaf Coin features a right-profile portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Susanna Blunt in 2003. This portrait is unique as it is the only major depiction of the Queen on Canadian coins that does not feature a crown or tiara.

Reverse

On the reverse, the 2008 1 oz Gold Maple Leaf showcases a special design of two sugar maple leaves connected by their stems to a small branch. This design adds a unique touch to this already rare and highly pure gold coin.

History

Gold mining in Canada began in the late 18th century, with significant gold rushes occurring in the mid-19th century. Events such as the Fraser Canyon Gold Rush in British Columbia and the Klondike Gold Rush in Yukon Territory played a major role in Canada’s development and established its reputation as a leader in gold refining and production.

Ordering

If you have any questions about gold coins for sale, BGASC customer service is available at 888-992-4272, online using our web chat, and via our email address.