Asset Configuration
- Metal: Gold - Purity: .9999 Fine Gold - Weight: 0.5 Troy Ounce - Form Factor: Coin - Year: 2017
Design & Liquidity
The Royal Canadian Mint's iconic Gold Maple Leaf design, created by master engraver Walter Ott, is featured on this 2017 coin. The obverse of the coin showcases the elegant effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, as designed by Susanna Blunt, depicting Her Majesty at 77 years of age, bareheaded and facing right, with the inscription "ELIZABETH II D·G·REGINA" (Elizabeth II, Queen by the Grace of God) gracefully arcing above. Below the effigy, the legal tender face value of "20 DOLLARS" is displayed, along with the year of issue, "2017". The reverse proudly exhibits a single, highly detailed maple leaf, Canada's revered national symbol, a hallmark of the Gold Maple Leaf series since its introduction in 1979. Above the maple leaf, the word "CANADA" is inscribed, while below it, the weight and purity are denoted as "1/2 OZ FINE GOLD" and "9999". Intricate radial lines extend from the center to the rim on both sides, serving as a sophisticated security feature that enhances the coin's visual appeal and counterfeit resistance. As one of the world's most recognizable and highly liquid bullion coins, the Gold Maple Leaf enjoys robust secondary market demand globally.
Mint Details
Established in 1908 as a branch of Britain's Royal Mint in Ottawa, the institution gained independence and was officially incorporated as the Royal Canadian Mint in December 1931. Today, it stands as a distinguished Crown corporation, renowned for its precision and innovation in minting. The Royal Canadian Mint is celebrated for its flagship Gold Maple Leaf bullion coin, which played a pivotal role in the resurgence of modern bullion investment upon its introduction in 1979. Historically, the Mint pioneered the production of .9999 fine gold bullion coins, setting a new global standard for purity. Beyond its commitment to purity, the Royal Canadian Mint is recognized for integrating advanced security features into its bullion products, such as precisely machined radial lines, ensuring authenticity and trust for investors worldwide. The Mint operates two state-of-the-art facilities: the historic Ottawa branch, known for its Gothic-inspired architecture featuring a distinctive central tower, turrets, and gatehouses, and a modern facility in Winnipeg, opened in 1976, which produces circulation coins for Canada and over 70 other nations.
