Overview
About the Canadian Palladium Maple Leaf
The Palladium Maple Leaf contains one troy ounce of .9995 fine palladium and is legal tender in Canada. It has been issued in some years but not others.
With few palladium coins on the market, it can be hard to find and premiums vary widely between dealers.
For background on the metal itself, see our palladium guide.
Reference
Specifications
| Issuer | Royal Canadian Mint |
|---|---|
| Country | Canada |
| First year | 2005. Not issued every year. |
| Type | Bullion coin |
| Metal | Palladium |
| Purity | .9995 fine |
| Pure palladium content | 1 troy oz (31.103 g) |
| Face value | $50 (Canadian) |
| Available sizes | 1 oz |
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Melt value
$1,192.00
1 troy oz of pure palladium
Melt value is the metal content at spot. Dealers sell above it (the premium) and usually buy below it. Rare coins can be worth far more than melt.
Pre-set to one Canadian Palladium Maple Leaf. Change the weight to value several coins, or a different size.
Look closer
Design
Design
The reverse shows a single sugar maple leaf.
The obverse carries the reigning monarch's effigy.
Watch out for
What to check when buying
- Thin market. Few dealers stock palladium. Compare buy and sell prices before buying.
- Check the specs. Weigh and measure, and buy from established dealers.
Retirement accounts
IRA eligibility
Generally yes. At .9995 fine it meets the usual IRA purity standard for palladium. Rules change and custodians set their own lists, so confirm with your IRA custodian before buying.
IRA metal has to be held by a custodian in an approved depository, not at home.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How much palladium is in a Canadian Palladium Maple Leaf?
A Canadian Palladium Maple Leaf (1 oz size) contains 1 troy oz (31.103 g) of pure palladium at .9995 fineness.
What is a Canadian Palladium Maple Leaf worth?
At the latest palladium spot price of $1,192.00 per troy ounce, the metal in one coin is worth about $1,192.00. Dealers sell above melt value (the premium) and usually buy back a little below it.
Can a Canadian Palladium Maple Leaf go in an IRA?
Generally yes. At .9995 fine it meets the usual IRA purity standard for palladium. Rules change and custodians set their own lists, so confirm with your IRA custodian before buying.
How can I tell if a Canadian Palladium Maple Leaf is fake?
Compare it with the published specs. Thin market. Few dealers stock palladium. Compare buy and sell prices before buying. If you're unsure, ask an established dealer to test it.
This page is for general education only and isn’t financial, tax or legal advice. Melt value is an estimate of metal content, not a dealer quote, and prices may be delayed. Check current details with a dealer or a licensed adviser before making decisions.