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notify meGold · 1990
Obverse · front of piece
Obverse · front of piece- Assay XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody Allocated · insured
- Sell-back Spot-linked, instant
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1990 Canada 1/2 oz Gold Maple Leaf Coin
This 1990 Canada 1/2 oz Gold Maple Leaf Coin features .9999 fine gold purity and a weight of 0.5 troy oz (15.55 g). Issued by the Royal Canadian Mint, it is a sought-after investment piece for collectors and investors alike.
.9999 Fine Gold fine· 0.5000 troy oz (15.5526 g)· IRA eligible
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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-439
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 1990 Canada 1/2 oz Gold Maple Leaf Coin is a distinguished piece of numismatic artistry, crafted by the Royal Canadian Mint. This coin boasts a remarkable purity of .9999 fine gold, ensuring its status as a premium investment vehicle. Weighing 0.5 troy oz (15.55 g) and measuring 27.0 mm in diameter with a thickness of 2.0 mm, it is designed for both collectors and investors seeking quality and value.
On the obverse, the coin features the elegant effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, a design by Susanna Blunt that has become synonymous with Canadian currency. The reverse is adorned with the iconic Maple Leaf, a national symbol of Canada, designed by Walter Ott. This design not only represents the beauty of the Canadian landscape but also signifies the coin's high-quality craftsmanship.
Investors are drawn to the Gold Maple Leaf for its global liquidity and sovereign guarantee, making it a reliable asset in any portfolio. As an IRA-eligible asset under IRC Section 408(m), it provides a strategic option for those looking to diversify their retirement investments with precious metals.
At Rockwell Metals, we offer seamless integration with our 120-Second Price Lock at checkout, ensuring you secure the best price for your investment. Each coin is accompanied by a Cryptographic Vault Passport, featuring XRF-spectrometer verified serial numbers for authenticity. Our coins are allocated in segregated storage within our $250M Lloyd's of London insured vaults, providing peace of mind. Additionally, our instant sell-back liquidity option allows for quick access to funds, making your investment as flexible as it is secure.
Obverse ArtworkFront
The obverse of the 1990 Canada 1/2 oz Gold Maple Leaf Coin features the iconic effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Susanna Blunt. The inscription 'ELIZABETH II' and the year of issue, '1990', are elegantly displayed, showcasing the artistry of Canadian coinage.
Reverse MotifBack
The reverse showcases the renowned Maple Leaf, a symbol of Canada, designed by Walter Ott. The design is complemented by the inscription 'CANADA' and the coin's weight and purity, emphasizing its status as a premier bullion coin.
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
- .9999 Fine Gold
- Fine Weight
- 0.5000 troy oz (15.5526 g)
- Mint / Refinery
- Royal Canadian Mint
- Year
- 1990
- Grade / Finish
- Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
- Diameter
- 27.0 mm
- Thickness
- 2.0 mm
- Face Value
- $50 CAD
- IRA Eligible
- Yes
- Rockwell SKU
- RM-AU-CML-1/2OZ-1990
- Catalog ID
- 439
- Assay
- XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody
- Allocated · segregated
- Insurance
- Lloyd's · to $250M
- Sell-back
- Spot-linked · instant
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 1990 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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