- Highest Purity: 999.9/1000 fine gold
- Counterfeit Protection: fine line pattern
- Best Origin: Royal Canadian Mint
- Highest Purity24 karat fine gold with a purity of 99.99 percent
- Counterfeit ProtectionThe milled line pattern makes counterfeiting nearly impossible
- Best OriginMinted by Canada's renowned mint
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Royal Canadian Mint
A leaf, unchanged since 1979.
You are looking at the side with the maple leaf.
The maple leaf was designed by the engraver Walter Ott for the first Gold Maple Leaf of 1979. According to the Royal Canadian Mint, it has remained unchanged ever since.
The Gold Maple Leaf was intended as a three-year trial. It was so successful that in 1981 the Canadian Parliament decided to issue it permanently.
9999
This is how it appears beside the leaf: 99.99 per cent fine gold. In 1982, according to the Mint, the Gold Maple Leaf was the world’s first bullion coin of this purity.
The sizes
From the ounce to the gram
All sizes in true proportion to one another.
1 oz
30 mm
1/2 oz
25 mm
1/4 oz
20 mm
1/10 oz
16 mm
1/20 oz
14.1 mm
This coin
1 gram
8 mm
The first fractional coins were added in 1982: the quarter ounce and the tenth ounce. On the small coins, too, radial lines run to the rim.
A leaf through the decades
1908
A home in Ottawa
The Mint in Ottawa is ready in November 1907. Its head, James Bonar, nevertheless waits until the security fence is in place. Striking therefore only begins on 2 January 1908.
1965
The leaf on the flag
On 15 February, Canada’s new national flag with the maple leaf is raised on Parliament Hill for the first time. Maple leaves have appeared on Canadian cent coins ever since the 1850s.
1988
The Silver Maple Leaf
It joins the gold coin. According to the Mint, it is the world’s first bullion coin made of 99.99 per cent silver.
2007
Five nines
The Mint issues its first bullion coin made of 99.999 per cent gold.
2024
A new portrait
Since the 2024 issue, the Maple Leaf bullion coins have borne the effigy of King Charles III.
The motif
Leaf and portrait
- The sugar maple
- Its sap is particularly rich in sugar, which is why maple syrup producers value it.
- Two languages
- CANADA appears above the leaf. Along the rim, the weight and purity are given in English and French: FINE GOLD and OR PUR.
- King Charles III
- The portrait was created by Steven Rosati of Montreal. The Mint had invited more than 350 artists for the task.
- Facing left
- Elizabeth II faced right, the King faces left: by long-standing tradition, the direction of the gaze changes with each monarch.
A country has placed the maple leaf on its flag.
You hold it in gold.
Since 1996, the maple has also been Canada’s national arboreal emblem. Ten species of maple are native to the country, and one of their leaves accompanies you with this coin.
1.56 g fine gold · 999.9/1,000 · Brilliant uncirculated · Heat-sealed packaging
Issuing country: Canada. Since 1969, the Royal Canadian Mint has been a Crown Corporation wholly owned by the Government of Canada.
The smallest Maple Leaf for maximum flexibility – 1/20 oz Gold 2026
- Investment goal: inflation hedge, wealth preservation and crisis protection
- Tax: Tax-free under § 25c UStG - and profits are tax-free after a 1-year holding period
- Material / Fineness: gold with a fineness of 999.9/1000
- Manufacturer: Royal Canadian Mint
- Country of origin: Canada
- Design: The world-famous Canadian maple leaf symbol with innovative security features
- Material / Fineness: 24-carat fine gold with exceptional purity of 99.99%
- Manufacturer: Minted by the renowned Royal Canadian Mint
Small but mighty! The 1/20 oz Gold Maple Leaf 2026 is the perfect entry point into the fascinating world of gold coins. With a fine weight of just 1.56 grams and a diameter of barely 14 millimeters, this Canadian beauty fits into any collection – and into any budget.
Why this tiny gold coin could revolutionize your portfolio
Imagine holding humanity's oldest currency in your hands. Gold has preserved its value for over 6,000 years. While paper money comes and goes, gold continues to shine unchanged. The 1/20 oz Maple Leaf makes this timeless form of investment accessible to everyone.
With this coin, the Royal Canadian Mint has created a masterpiece. With a purity of 999.9/1000, it is among the purest gold coins in the world. That's no coincidence – it's Canadian precision at its finest!
"Gold is God's money – and the Maple Leaf is its smallest, yet no less valuable, ambassador."
The technical highlights in detail
What makes this coin so special? It starts with the innovative radial line pattern in the background. This precisely milled security feature is not only beautiful to look at – it also makes counterfeiting nearly impossible. The light-refracting structure creates a unique play of light that fascinates every observer.
- Diameter of exactly 13.92 mm for perfect handling
- Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) quality straight from the Royal Canadian Mint
- Individually sealed for optimal protection
- Face value of 1 CAD as a government guarantee
The perfect building block for your financial future
Did you know that the world's largest gold holders are central banks? That says a lot. If even the guardians of paper money are betting on gold, you should consider it too. The 1/20 oz Maple Leaf is the ideal entry point.
Small does not mean insignificant here. On the contrary: the compact size makes this coin particularly flexible. You can build wealth step by step without having to invest large sums all at once. At the same time, you benefit from all the advantages that gold has offered for millennia.
Your benefits at a glance
- VAT-free: No hidden costs when purchasing
- Tax-free profits: After just one year of holding
- Worldwide acceptance: Recognized as a means of payment everywhere in times of crisis
- Inflation hedge: Preserves your purchasing power when paper money loses value
- Physical ownership: No counterparty risk as with bank products
A look into the future – backed by history
The Maple Leaf series originally started with a fineness of 999/1000. But as early as 1982, the Royal Canadian Mint raised the standard to 999.9/1000. This continuous improvement shows that there is no standing still here. The 2026 edition continues this tradition.
Particularly exciting: starting in 2025, the portrait of King Charles III adorns the obverse of the coin. A historic moment that makes these editions especially interesting for collectors. The reverse continues to feature the majestic maple leaf – Canada's national symbol and guarantee of the highest quality.
"At a time when central banks are printing money like never before, gold is the rock in the storm. The Maple Leaf is your anchor."
Conclusion: Start small, end up big
The 1/20 oz Gold Maple Leaf 2026 is more than just a coin. It is your entry into true financial freedom. While others stare at fluctuating stock prices, you hold real value in your hands. Gold, which already fascinated the ancient Egyptians and will still shine in a thousand years.
Seize the opportunity to lay the foundation for your secure future with this small but fine gold coin. Because one thing is certain: gold has never lost its value – and the Canadian Maple Leaf stands for the highest quality and trust worldwide.
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