Quarter Ounce Gold Maple Leaf
Fractional 1/4 oz Maple Leaf gold coins are prized for their high gold purity and the high quality of their minting. The coins are legal tender in Canada, with the 1/4 oz Gold Maple Leaf carrying a face value of 10 Canadian dollars. However, their market value is based primarily on the current gold price and their gold content. The Royal Canadian Mint is a Crown Corporation, which provides a guarantee of quality and purity backed by the government.
The obverse features an effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse displays the iconic image of the Canadian maple leaf, which is a symbol of Canada's natural beauty and national identity. The coin contains 1/4 troy ounce of pure gold that is struck in .9999 fine gold, making it one of the highest purity gold coins available. The 2024 1/4 oz Maple Leaf Gold Coin features a portrait of King Charles III.
The Royal Canadian Mint incorporates advanced security features into its gold coins to prevent counterfeiting. For example, the Gold Maple Leaf series includes micro-engraved radial lines and a laser-engraved maple leaf privy mark, enhancing their authenticity.
1/4 oz Gold Maple Leaf Specifications:
- Purity: 99.99% pure gold.
- Weight: 1/4 troy ounce (7.78 grams).
- Diameter: 20 mm
- Thickness: 1.78 mm
Stacking Quarter Ounce Gold Maple Leaf Coins
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