1 oz Canadian Silver Maple Leaf
The Silver Maple Leaf is one of the most widely traded silver coins in the world — .9999 fine silver 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 silver coins, and what to watch out for.
Gold Silver Crypto buys and sells 1 oz Canadian Silver 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 | Silver |
| Weight | 1 troy oz (31.1035g total weight) |
| Purity | .9999 fine |
| Mint | Royal Canadian Mint |
| Country | Canada |
| First minted | 1988 |
| Face value | $5 CAD (legal tender) |
About the 1 oz Canadian Silver Maple Leaf
The 1 oz Canadian Silver Maple Leaf is produced by the Royal Canadian Mint, first issued in 1988. It is .9999 fine silver — slightly higher purity than the American Silver Eagle at .999. The coin weighs one troy ounce and is 38mm in diameter.
The coin carries a legal tender face value of $5 Canadian dollars. It is not traded at face value. Price tracks the silver spot market plus a dealer premium.
The obverse features the iconic stylized maple leaf design. The reverse shows a portrait of the reigning Canadian monarch. Newer issues include a radial line background finish and laser-etched security features to deter counterfeiting.
Our Take
Silver Maple Leafs typically carry a lower premium than Silver Eagles in U.S. markets. For buyers focused on silver content and cost per ounce, that spread matters. Dealers know the coin and liquidity is not a concern.
Milk spots are the main thing to be aware of. They can appear on Maple Leafs over time and affect the premium you get when selling. A coin with heavy milk spotting will not command the same price as a clean one. If you are selling Maple Leafs, let us know the condition before you come in.
Gold Silver Crypto buys and sells 1 oz Canadian Silver Maple Leafs. Call or text for a current quote on either side.