GOLD: Royal Canadian Mint launches 1-gram legal tender coin

OTTAWA – Part of the Royal Canadian Mint's reputation is built on its 99.99% pure gold coin, the Maple Leaf. Now one of the world's most sought-after bullion coins is available in a 1-gram size. The new coins are packaged in sets of 25 legal tender coins, they have been christened Maplegram25™.

The new coins are packaged in a divisible blister card with a serial number for each coin, giving them added security and authenticity. The card fits in a branded protective sleeve on which is printed an assay certificate certifying the purity and weight of the coins, which are Canadian legal tender with a C$0.50 face value. Maplegram25^TM packages will be produced to demand and are now available through bullion dealers worldwide.

Each coin carries the distinctive Maple Leaf and is at least 99.99% pure gold. The Mint is counting of the new, small coins appealing to both first time and seasoned investors.

For more information on the Mint, its products and services, visit Mint.ca.