- Is this coin pure gold?
- Yes. It is struck in 999.9 fine gold, or 24 karats, and contains one troy ounce of gold.
- How does it compare with the American Gold Eagle?
- The Maple Leaf is 999.9 fine, while the Eagle is 22-karat alloy. The Maple Leaf also has radial lines and a micro-engraved mark for security.
- Is the 2017 coin a good investment?
- It tracks the gold price closely and is easy to resell. It is a bullion coin, not a rare collectible, so expect little premium beyond spot.
- Should I take it out of the packaging?
- Leave it sealed. The plastic sheet protects the soft 24-karat surface from scratches that can lower resale value.
- What is on the coin?
- The obverse shows the effigy of King Charles III. The reverse shows a maple leaf with the coin's weight and purity.
- What size is it?
- It is 30.00 mm across and 2.79 mm thick, the standard one-ounce bullion size.
- Where is the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf cheapest?
- At PloutosGS.com, for $4,322.43, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including APMEX, PloutosGS.com, Whatnot, Amazon.