1996 Platinum Canadian Maple Leaf | 1 oz

The 1996 Platinum Canadian Maple Leaf 1 oz is a landmark bullion coin issued by the Royal Canadian Mint and recognized worldwide as one of the finest platinum coins in production. Struck in 0. The reverse showcases the beloved Canadian sugar maple leaf rendered in rich botanical detail, framed by the inscriptions "CANADA," "FINE PLATINUM," "1 OZ PLATINE PUR," and the dual purity marks "9995. " The obverse presents the crowned effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by sculptor Dora de Pédery-Hunt, accompanied by the denomination "50 DOLLARS" and the date "1996. " First introduced in 1988, the Platinum Maple Leaf series quickly earned a global collector following for its exceptional metal purity and clean, elegant design. The 1996 date represents a mid-series vintage that appeals to both year-set collectors and platinum bullion investors seeking a recognized, government-issued coin from one of the world's most respected mints.