The Royal Canadian Mint launched the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf Series in 1979 to offer a gold bullion coin alternative for global investors. Initially introduced to provide a different choice from the South African Krugerrand, the series quickly gained popularity worldwide. Now, 1986 1/2 oz Canadian Gold Maple Leaf Coins are available from BullionMax.

Coin Highlights:

• Coin arrives inside a protective plastic flip!
• 8th coin in the Gold Maple Leaf Series!
• Contains 1/2 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.
• Issued a face value of $20 (CAD) by Canada.
• Obverse depicts Queen Elizabeth II.
• Reverse showcases the iconic sugar maple leaf.

On the obverse of the 1986 1/2 oz Gold Maple Leaf Coin, a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II is featured. This design, created by Arnold Machin, shows the Queen in right-profile at 39 years of age. This depiction, known as the second-generation portrait, captures her in the early years of her reign.

The reverse of the 1986 Canadian Gold Maple Leaf includes the famous sugar maple leaf, a symbol of Canadian pride and identity. Designed by Walter Ott, this maple leaf has been a key feature of all Gold Maple Leaf coins since the series started. The intricate detail of the leaf reflects Canada’s rich natural heritage.

The maple leaf design on the coin is rooted in Canadian history, dating back to the 18th century. This distinct design, with its eleven points and detailed veins, became an official national symbol with the adoption of Canada’s flag in 1965. The leaf used in the Gold Maple Leaf series emphasizes the beauty and symmetry of Canada’s iconic maple tree.

These 1986 1/2 oz Canadian Gold Maple Leaf Coins are securely packaged in protective plastic. This 1986 edition was the first year the series included a 1/2 oz coin. Originally introduced as a 1 oz coin in 1979, the series expanded in 1982 to include smaller denominations.

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