1 troy ounce of pure gold of fineness 999.9 from the world's most popular bullion series - Maple Leaf. This specimen has been marked as damaged - it has minor scratches or packaging defects that do not affect the gold content or its investment value. The price reflects a discount for cosmetic condition - a practical choice for investors focused on pure metal rather than collector-grade quality.
1 oz Maple Leaf Gold Coin - Specimen with Defect (mixed years)
Pure ounce of investment gold at a lower price - no compromise on metal content
Maple Leaf (Gold Maple Leaf) is the flagship bullion coin of the Royal Canadian Mint and one of the world's most popular investment coins. Each piece contains exactly one troy ounce (31.1035 g) of gold with the highest fineness of 999.9/1000 - one of the highest purity standards used in investment bullion.
This specimen has been marked as damaged. The defect may include minor scratches on the coin's surface, capsule scratches, or damage to the manufacturer's blister/packaging. The gold content and weight remain unchanged. For this reason, the price is lower than for a specimen in mint condition, but the metal value remains intact.
Who is this product for?
- For investors focused on pure gold exposure who don't care about collector condition,
- For people building a larger precious metals portfolio and looking for lower premiums over spot,
- For buyers wanting to minimize the cost per ounce of investment gold.
Technical specification
| Manufacturer |
Royal Canadian Mint (Canada) |
| Metal |
Gold |
| Series |
Gold Maple Leaf |
| Country of origin |
Canada |
| Net gold weight |
1 oz (31.1035 g) |
| Fineness |
999.9/1000 |
| Diameter |
30.0 mm |
| Thickness |
2.87 mm |
| Face value |
50 CAD |
| Year |
Mixed years (shop's choice) |
| Obverse |
Effigy of the monarch (Elizabeth II or Charles III - depending on year) |
| Reverse |
Sugar maple leaf |
| Edge |
Reeded with micro-engraving |
| Security features |
Bullion DNA - micro-engraving of maple leaf with year and radial laser lines |
| Strike |
Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) |
| Condition |
Damaged (minor cosmetic defects, packaging may be damaged) |
| VAT |
Exempt (investment gold) |
Why "damaged" doesn't mean "worse"?
In gold investment, only the pure metal content matters - not the aesthetics of the packaging or surface condition. Specimens marked as damaged are offered with reduced premiums and are popular with investors pursuing a strategy of accumulating gold at the lowest possible cost. When reselling, gold buyers price such coins by weight at the current spot rate, regardless of cosmetic condition.
Bullion DNA - Maple Leaf's unique security feature
The Royal Canadian Mint was the first mint in the world to introduce the Bullion DNA technology - a complete anti-counterfeiting security system that also works on specimens with minor cosmetic defects:
- radial laser lines on the background of obverse and reverse, creating a light-angle effect,
- micro-engraving of a miniature maple leaf with the year inscribed inside it,
- individual database allowing buyers to verify the authenticity of the metal.
All these security features are also present on coins marked as damaged - minor scratches do not affect the operation of the Bullion DNA system.
FAQ - Maple Leaf damaged
Does a damaged coin retain full gold value?
Yes. The 999.9 fineness and 1 oz weight remain unchanged. The defect only affects the visual aspect, not the metal content.
Can I resell such a coin?
Yes. Gold buyers value investment coins at current spot price based on weight, regardless of cosmetic condition.
Is the coin original?
Yes. This is an original Royal Canadian Mint product sourced from a legitimate LBMA bullion distribution channel.
Is it VAT exempt?
Yes. Investment gold with fineness above 900 is VAT exempt under EU regulations.
What specific defect will the received coin have?
Specific defects may vary. They may include minor scratches, oxidation marks, capsule scratches, or manufacturer's packaging damage. The gold content and weight always match the specification.
If you're interested in a flawless Maple Leaf without defects, see our gold investment coins offer. See also gold investment bars and the current gold price.