1 oz Gold Triple Maple Leaf 2026 (Mintage: 99 | Certificate Number 1 | Proof)

Triple Maple Leaf 2026 in Fine Gold – Certificate No. 1 of a Micro-Mintage of 99 Pieces

• Strictly limited: Worldwide, there are only 99 pieces of this one-ounce minting – a micro-mintage rarely found in ounce format
• Growth opportunities: High appreciation potential thanks to the strict limitation of the mintage and the strong demand for micro-mintages
• Rarity: An exceptionally rare collector's coin – this specimen bears the certificate of authenticity number 1
• Investment target: A numismatic exception that, thanks to its strict limitation, carries high potential for value appreciation
• Minting quality: Highest possible finish "Proof" (PP) – mirrored background, frosted relief, razor-sharp details
• Design: Three maple leaves on a shared stem modeled on the Canadian coat of arms, with the obverse showing a view up a maple trunk into the crown
• Material & fineness: 31.1 g pure gold at the top fineness of 999.9/1,000 – "Four Nines", entirely free of alloying additives
• Manufacturer: Kettner Edelmetalle – an in-house minting by one of Germany's largest precious metals dealers
• Country of origin: Germany; issued by the Republic of Liberia with a face value of 500 dollars

One of 99. There will never be more specimens of this minting – and this piece carries the certificate of authenticity with the number 1. For collectors who pay attention to low numbers, this is not a minor detail but a genuine argument. The 1 oz Gold Triple Maple Leaf 2026 combines a full troy ounce, the most demanding minting technique in numismatics, and a mintage so small that even seasoned connoisseurs take notice. Anyone looking for a truly strictly limited gold minting will find it here.

Three leaves, one stem: a design with history

On the obverse, three maple leaves rise from a shared stem base. One large central leaf, flanked by two smaller ones. Every leaf vein, every point is individually worked, so that the foliage seems to almost float above the polished background. Arched above it reads "KANADA", the year is split into "20" and "26", and along the bottom edge "1 UNZE 9999 FEINGOLD" confirms weight and purity.

The composition is no coincidence. Three maple leaves on a single stem have adorned Canada's coat of arms since 1921 – initially in green, and in red since the 1957 revision. The Triple Maple design thus draws on a heraldic symbol considerably older than the famous Canadian maple leaf flag.

The reverse shifts perspective. The viewer looks up a mighty maple trunk into the branches; leaves appear all around, some as deep dark silhouettes against the mirrored background, others as delicate outlines. On the left, the face value "500 DOLLARS" stands out, while at the base of the trunk sit the small coat of arms of Liberia and the inscription "REPUBLIC OF LIBERIA". At 40 millimeters in diameter, this interplay of light and depth achieves an effect that smaller formats can hardly match.

Mirror finish to perfection

Bullion coins usually leave the mint in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. This edition takes the more elaborate route: for the Proof finish, dies and blanks are polished to a high gloss, each piece is struck multiple times, and handled only with gloves afterward. The result is the characteristic contrast between the mirrored field and the matte, three-dimensional relief. A tip for storage: handle the coin only by its edge and keep it in the dark green velvet case bearing the Kettner logo. This ensures the flawless condition is preserved permanently.

Why a mintage of just 99 pieces makes the difference

Among gold coins in ounce format, double-digit mintages are an absolute exception. Here we have exactly such a very low mintage – the number of specimens is so small that by no means every interested collector will be able to acquire one. Experience shows that such pieces quickly end up in permanent collections and only rarely resurface afterward. This is precisely what makes this rarity so sought after. With a mintage of only 99 pieces, an appreciation potential emerges that extends beyond the pure material value – driven simultaneously by rarity, design, and minting quality.

A full troy ounce of fine gold, struck 99 times worldwide – and this specimen bears the number 1. Hardly any more exclusivity can fit into a case.

Triple Maple Leaf in comparison

How does this minting fit into the broader picture? A brief look at its closest relatives:

• Classic Gold Maple Leaf (Royal Canadian Mint): Minted since 1979 and one of the world's most well-known bullion coins – 999.9 fine gold, 30 mm diameter, Brilliant Uncirculated, no fixed mintage limit. Ideal for pure gold investment with a low premium, but not a collector's piece in the strict sense.
• 1 g Gold Triple Maple Leaf 2026: Same design in Proof finish, mintage of 1,000 pieces – a charming entry point into the series.
• 1 oz Silver Triple Maple Leaf 2026: The same design in fine silver, limited to 1,000 pieces, with a face value of 20 dollars.
• 1 oz Gold Triple Maple Leaf 2026: The crowning piece of the series – the largest gold weight, the highest face value, and with 99 pieces, the smallest mintage.

Anyone focused purely on gram weight is well served by gold bars or classic bullion coins. The advantage of this minting lies elsewhere: in a verifiable rarity. For this, one pays a premium above the pure metal value, reflecting the design, minting effort, and limitation. For collectors specifically building up micro-mintages, this exact combination is decisive.

Gold – the foundation of this collector's coin

As much as the numismatic appeal takes center stage here: the heart of the coin remains gold. For over 6,000 years, it has served as a store of value. Already in ancient Egypt it was a unit of measure for trade, and later kings and emperors wore it as a symbol of their power. Gold is the oldest currency in the world and has outlasted every paper currency. Its value has never been zero, because its value does not rest on a promise, but in the metal itself. It is not for nothing that it is called the money of God.

Remarkably, the world's largest gold holders are the central banks – precisely those institutions that issue fiat money themselves. Many precious metals enthusiasts therefore value physical gold as an inflation hedge and proven crisis protection; it is recognized worldwide and can be sold easily if needed. There are also two tax advantages: investment gold is exempt from VAT, and profits from its sale generally remain tax-free after a holding period of at least one year. And because gold neither rusts nor tarnishes, such a collector's piece can be passed on to the next generation with a clear conscience.

Technical data at a glance

• Precious metal: Gold
• Fineness: 999.9/1,000
• Fine weight: 31.1 g (1 oz)
• Gross weight: 31.1 g
• Diameter: 40.00 mm
• Face value: 500 dollars
• Issuing country: Liberia
• Year of minting: 2026
• Condition: Proof
• Mintage: 99 pieces
• Certificate number: 1
• Series: Symbolism
• Packaging: Case
• Manufacturer: Kettner Edelmetalle
• Country of origin: Germany