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Canada Silver Maple Leaf Privy Coin $240
This official legal tender Canadian Silver Maple Leaf coin is a premier bullion piece minted by the Royal Canadian Mint, containing one troy ounce of .9999 fine silver. The reverse features the iconic, intricately detailed maple leaf set against a background of precision-engraved radial lines, which serve as a cutting-edge security feature to prevent counterfeiting. This specific specimen includes a micro-engraved laser mark privy to the right of the maple leaf stem, showcasing the year of mintage and further enhancing its numismatic security. The coin is presented in a protective clear acrylic capsule to maintain its brilliant uncirculated finish and sharp strikes. Known globally for its purity and liquid value, this silver maple leaf represents both a high-quality collectible and a stable investment in precious metals.
Condition: The item appears to be in brilliant uncirculated condition, housed within a protective clear plastic capsule. The fields exhibit a distinct radial line pattern characteristic of modern security features, which remain sharp and uninterrupted. There are no obvious signs of wear, toning, or heavy contact marks visible on the central maple leaf design or the surrounding lettering, though the capsule itself shows some light external scuffing.
Mint: Royal Canadian Mint
Metal Content: 9999 Fine Silver
Historical Context: The Silver Maple Leaf series was first introduced by the Royal Canadian Mint in 1988. This specific specimen features a privy mark located to the bottom left of the maple leaf stem, a tradition used by the mint to commemorate specific events, anniversaries, or to signify special editions for private distributors. The radial lines and the micro-engraved laser mark were introduced as advanced security features to prevent counterfeiting.
Strike Type: Business Strike
Grading: Ungraded/Raw
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