A Canadian Gold Maple Leaf contains 1.0000 troy oz of pure gold, worth $3,996.90 at today's spot price.
The Royal Canadian Mint's gold bullion coin was launched in 1979. Since 1982 it has been made of .9999 fine gold.
Melt values use these spot prices (US dollars):
- Gold $3,996.90 per troy oz Current quote · Quote time Oct 24, 1:20 AM EDT
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Melt value is the metal content at spot price, not a buy or sell price. Collectible coins can be worth much more. For reference only.
Specifications
| Years | 1979–present |
|---|---|
| Face value | CAD $50 |
| Composition | 99.99% gold |
| Gross weight | 31.11 g |
| Fineness | .9999 (99.99%) |
| Pure metal | 1.0000 troy oz (31.103 g) |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
How the melt value is worked out
Melt value is the pure gold in the coin multiplied by the spot price. We use the coin's standard minted weight; worn coins weigh slightly less.
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31.11 g × .9999 fine ÷ 31.1035 g per troy oz = 1.0001 troy oz (the issuer states 1.0000 troy oz, which we use)
1.0000 troy oz × $3,996.90 spot = $3,996.90
How to identify it
- A sugar maple leaf on the reverse; the monarch's effigy on the obverse.
- Coins from 1979 to 1982 are .999 fine; later coins are .9999.
- Coins from 1979 to about 1982 are .999 fine and also contain one troy ounce of gold.
Melt value vs. collector value
Bullion coins usually sell for a premium over melt value. Proof, low-mintage and graded coins can be worth considerably more than their metal.
Related tools
Sources
- Royal Canadian Mint: 1 oz Gold Maple Leaf — checked 2026-10-22
- LBMA: Maple Leaf — checked 2026-10-22