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Obverse · front of piece
Obverse · front of piece- Assay XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody Allocated · insured
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2008 1 oz Canadian Gold Maple Leaf Coin
The 2008 1 oz Canadian Gold Maple Leaf Coin features .99999 purity and weighs 1 troy ounce. Issued by the Royal Canadian Mint, it is highly sought after by investors for its exceptional quality and liquidity.
.99999 Fine Gold fine· 1.0000 troy oz (31.1035 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-650
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 2008 1 oz Canadian Gold Maple Leaf Coin is a stunning representation of the Royal Canadian Mint's commitment to quality and craftsmanship. With a purity of .99999 fine gold, this coin contains 1 troy ounce (31.1035 grams) of pure gold, making it one of the purest gold coins available in the market. The coin measures 30.0 mm in diameter and has a thickness of 2.87 mm, featuring anti-counterfeit measures that ensure its authenticity and security.
Artistically, the obverse of the coin presents a finely detailed portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Susanna Blunt, which is complemented by the inscriptions 'ELIZABETH II' and '2008'. The reverse side is adorned with the iconic maple leaf, a symbol of Canada, along with the coin's weight and purity, reinforcing its status as a premier investment vehicle.
Investors are drawn to the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf for its global liquidity and sovereign guarantee, making it a reliable asset in any precious metals portfolio. As an IRA-eligible investment under IRC Section 408(m), it provides a tax-advantaged way to diversify retirement savings with physical gold.
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 platform offers instant sell-back liquidity, allowing you to quickly access your funds when needed, or choose insured armored delivery directly to your door.
Obverse ArtworkFront
The obverse of the 2008 Canadian Gold Maple Leaf Coin features the iconic portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Susanna Blunt. The inscription 'ELIZABETH II' and the year '2008' are elegantly displayed, highlighting the coin's regal heritage.
Reverse MotifBack
The reverse showcases the renowned maple leaf symbol, a national emblem of Canada, along with the weight and purity inscriptions. This design is a hallmark of the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf series, representing both beauty and national pride.
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
- .99999 Fine Gold
- Fine Weight
- 1.0000 troy oz (31.1035 g)
- Mint / Refinery
- Royal Canadian Mint
- Year
- 2008
- Grade / Finish
- Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
- Diameter
- 30.0 mm
- Thickness
- 2.87 mm
- Face Value
- $200 CAD
- IRA Eligible
- Yes
- Rockwell SKU
- RM-AU-CML-1OZ-2008
- Catalog ID
- 650
- 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 2008 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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