SKU RM-AU-CML-1OZ-2012/USD · per item · indicative
$1,276.88
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Obverse · front of piece
Obverse · front of piece- Assay XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody Allocated · insured
- Sell-back Spot-linked, instant
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2012 Canada 1/4 oz Gold Maple Leaf Coin
The 2012 Canada 1/4 oz Gold Maple Leaf Coin features .999 fine gold and weighs 1/4 troy oz (7.775 g). Issued by the Royal Canadian Mint, it is a popular choice for investors and collectors alike due to its purity and iconic design.
.999 fine· 0.2500 troy oz (7.775 g)· IRA eligible
$1,276.88
$1,276.88 / item · cash price · Royal Canadian Mint · In stock
- Metal value
- $1,065.28 · 0.25 oz fine
- Premium
- $211.61 (19.9% over spot)
- Spot
- $4,261.10 /oz · as of 04:30 PM ET
- Spot-linked · requotes automatically
02:00Price held · re-quotes at zero
Price holds through checkout · KYC at first purchase · cancel before settlement
A1 / Vault Passport
Provable down to the metal.
Every piece ships with a live custody passport — serial-matched, assay-logged, and re-verified against the Rockwell ledger on a timer. Verification is the product.
Custody receipt · Rockwell verified checked against your ledger on request
Rockwell IDRM-AU-317
Assay methodXRF + ultrasonic
Serial statusSealed · matched
GradeBrilliant Uncirculated (BU)
Chain of custodyRoyal Canadian Mint → Rockwell vault
InsuranceLloyd's · to $250M
A2 / Product Overview & Numismatic Analysis
The Complete Record.
Authored numismatic breakdown, artistic provenance, and institutional custody proof.
Analysis & Context
Institutional Overview
The 2012 Canada 1/4 oz Gold Maple Leaf Coin is a remarkable piece of numismatic artistry, crafted by the Royal Canadian Mint. This coin contains .999 fine gold, with a total weight of 0.2500 troy oz (7.775 g). Measuring 20 mm in diameter and 1.5 mm in thickness, it features advanced anti-counterfeit security measures, including intricate radial lines and a micro-engraved maple leaf privy mark.
Artistically, the obverse presents the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, a design by Susanna Blunt that has become synonymous with Canadian coinage. The reverse is adorned with the iconic maple leaf, a national symbol, designed by Walter Ott, which emphasizes Canada's rich heritage and natural beauty. This coin not only serves as a medium of exchange with a face value of $10 CAD but also as a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of the Royal Canadian Mint.
From an investment perspective, the 2012 Gold Maple Leaf Coin is highly sought after due to its global liquidity and sovereign guarantee, making it an excellent addition to any precious metals portfolio. It qualifies for inclusion in a Precious Metals IRA under IRC Section 408(m), providing investors with a tax-advantaged way to diversify their assets.
Rockwell Metals offers seamless integration with our 120-Second Price Lock at checkout, ensuring you secure the best market rates. Each coin is accompanied by a Cryptographic Vault Passport, featuring XRF-spectrometer verified serial numbers, and is allocated in our $250M Lloyd's of London insured vaults. Investors can enjoy instant sell-back liquidity or choose insured armored delivery directly to their door, enhancing the overall investment experience.
Obverse ArtworkFront
The obverse of the 2012 Canada 1/4 oz Gold Maple Leaf Coin features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Susanna Blunt. The inscription includes 'ELIZABETH II' and the year of issue, '2012'.
Reverse MotifBack
The reverse showcases the iconic maple leaf, a symbol of Canada, designed by Walter Ott. The coin's weight and purity are inscribed, along with the text '1/4 oz OR PUR' and '.9999 FINE GOLD'.
IRA QualificationIRC 408(m) Eligible
Meets the IRS purity standards required for inclusion in Self-Directed Precious Metals IRAs. Eligible for segregated depository vaulting.
A3 / Specification
Full record.
- Metal
- Gold
- Purity
- .999
- Fine Weight
- 0.2500 troy oz (7.775 g)
- Mint / Refinery
- Royal Canadian Mint
- Year
- 2012
- Grade / Finish
- Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
- Diameter
- 20 mm
- Thickness
- 1.5 mm
- Face Value
- $10 CAD
- IRA Eligible
- Yes
- Rockwell SKU
- RM-AU-CML-1OZ-2012
- Catalog ID
- 317
- Assay
- XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody
- Allocated · segregated
- Insurance
- Lloyd's · to $250M
- Sell-back
- Spot-linked · instant
A4 / This SKU, over time
This piece, over time.
A4 / Provenance
Mint to vault, on the record.
A documented chain of custody — each step assay-checked and timestamped to the ledger.
- Struck
Royal Canadian Mint. Die-verified 2012 strike.
- Assayed
XRF + ultrasonic at intake. Purity confirmed, serial sealed.
- Vaulted
Allocated to Rockwell vault. Insured by Lloyd's, ledger entry opened.
- Yours
On purchase, the passport transfers to your account — store or take delivery.
- Lloyd's insuredto $250M
- Audited reservesmonthly attestation
- Assay verifiedXRF + ultrasonic
- Allocated custodysegregated, never lent
- Instant sell-backspot-linked spreads
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