With its innovative security features and extraordinary elegance, the 2014 Canadian Silver Maple Leaf is a stellar example of the Royal Canadian’s Mint’s craftsmanship and design expertise.
Struck from one ounce of .9999 pure silver, the reed-edged coin boasts images that are both iconic and tinged with patriotic reverence. The two sides are married in a sophisticated composition that weaves security enhancements right into the coin’s artistry for a dynamic design that replaces the former bullion finish.
The maple leaf design is textured to reveal a pattern of radial lines that have been struck to achieve a brilliant light-diffracting effect; in short, this coin appears to glow which is one of its most singular highlights. The coin’s purity mark flanks either side of the leaf and the inscriptions “CANADA, 1 OZ ARGENT PUR, FINE SILVER” encircle the leaf design.
The obverse design showcases Queen Elizabeth II in profile and wearing pearls. Its rim reads “ELIZABETH II, 5 DOLLARS, 2014.” The smooth image of the queen was wrought in contrast to the radial-line-filled background, a design feature that complements the reverse side as well.
Coins have been stored away and are in a nice clean bullion condition. Each coin will be supplied with a capsule.