1 oz Canadian Gold Maple Leaf
The Gold Maple Leaf is one of the most widely traded gold coins in the world — .9999 fine gold from the Royal Canadian Mint, recognized by dealers globally and easy to buy or sell. This page covers what the coin is, what affects pricing, how it compares to other gold coins, and what to watch out for.
Gold Silver Crypto buys and sells 1 oz Canadian Gold Maple Leafs. Call or text for current availability or to get a quote on Maple Leafs you want to buy or sell.
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Coin Specifications
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 1 troy oz (31.1035g total weight) |
| Purity | .9999 fine / 24 karat |
| Mint | Royal Canadian Mint |
| Country | Canada |
| First minted | 1979 |
| Face value | $50 CAD (legal tender) |
About the 1 oz Canadian Gold Maple Leaf
The 1 oz Canadian Gold Maple Leaf is produced by the Royal Canadian Mint, first issued in 1979. It is .9999 fine gold — 24-karat — and contains exactly one troy ounce of pure gold. The coin weighs 31.1035 grams and is 30mm in diameter.
The coin carries a legal tender face value of $50 Canadian dollars. It is not traded at face value. Price tracks the gold spot market plus a dealer premium.
The obverse features a portrait of the reigning Canadian monarch. The reverse shows the iconic stylized maple leaf design. Newer issues include a radial line finish and micro-engraved security features to reduce counterfeiting and minimize the appearance of handling marks.
Maple Leafs are available in multiple sizes: 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/10 oz, and 1/20 oz. Smaller sizes carry a higher premium per troy ounce. This page covers the 1 oz version.
Our Take
The Gold Maple Leaf is one of the easiest coins to buy or sell internationally. Dealers worldwide know it, and the .9999 purity is a straightforward selling point. Liquidity is not a concern with this coin.
The purity is identical to the Gold Buffalo — both are .9999 fine. The Maple Leaf tends to trade at a slightly tighter premium than the Buffalo in most U.S. markets. For buyers focused on gold content and resale flexibility, it is a practical choice.
Condition matters more on Maple Leafs than on Eagles. The soft 24-karat gold picks up surface marks easily. A coin in noticeably poor condition can affect the premium you get when you sell — let us know what you have before coming in.
Gold Silver Crypto buys and sells 1 oz Canadian Gold Maple Leafs. Call or text for a current quote on either side.