The Royal Canadian Mint's Maple Leaf was the first widely traded 24-karat bullion coin and is struck at 0.9999 fineness, so its gross weight equals its fine gold weight. Later issues carry radial lines and micro-engraved security marks, which is one reason dealers accept it readily.
Canadian Maple Leaf FAQ
How much gold is in a Canadian Maple Leaf?
A Canadian Maple Leaf weighs 31.103 g gross at 0.9999 fineness, so it contains 31.103 g of pure gold.
How is the melt value of a Canadian Maple Leaf calculated?
Multiply the fine gold content of 31.103 g by the current spot price per gram in your currency. The calculator above does this with live prices and multiplies by your quantity.
Will a dealer pay melt value for a Canadian Maple Leaf?
Bullion coins usually trade a few percent above melt when buying and slightly below melt when selling back. Expect 90–98% of melt from a specialist dealer and less from a general pawnbroker.
Is a worn Canadian Maple Leaf worth less?
Wear removes a little metal but the loss is usually under one percent, so heavily circulated coins are still bought near melt. Damaged or mounted coins may be discounted for extra refining work.
Should I sell a Canadian Maple Leaf as scrap?
Only if it has no collector premium. Rare dates, proof issues and original packaging can add well above melt value, so check the date and mintmark before melting.
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