Why does this limited mintage Reverse Proof Ultra High Relief 2022 Canadian 5 oz. Silver Maple Leaf coin belong in your collection? The Silver Maple Leaf series has been a popular annual product of the Royal Canadian Mint (RCM) since 1988. This 2022 dated reverse proof release marks the first time ever in the history of the series that the coin has been minted with an Ultra High Relief strike. On the five ounce silver coin, the cherished Maple Leaf graphic rises a colossal 3.0 mm above the surface of the coin. Comparatively, that is ten times the relief height of the standard bullion issue one ounce Silver Maple Leaf coin! The metamorphosis of the relatively flat design to the stunning Ultra High Relief format was performed by Susan Taylor, an apprentice of Mr. Ott in the early 1980’s, who served as the Mint’s Senior Engraver from 1999 until her retirement in 2017. This 2022 Maple Leaf coin is crafted from 5 Troy oz. The coin features a spectacular Ultra High Relief strike. The coin’s iconic imagery is highlighted by a magnificent reverse proof finish. The coin will arrive as packaged by the RCM, with an Authenticity Certificate. No more than 1,250 will be minted. Exquisite Canadian Sugar Maple Leaf Imagery. Obverse: The right facing likeness of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II which was designed by award-winning Canadian portrait artist Susanna Blunt in 2003 is centered on the obverse. Inscriptions include “ELIZABETH II” curving above, with “50 DOLLARS” and the date of issue “2022” sweeping below. Reverse: Canada’s national symbol, a lone sugar maple leaf, is illustrated on the reverse. The astoundingly sculptural Ultra High Relief maple leaf graphic by is encircled by the inscriptions “CANADA” and “FINE SILVER 5 OZ ARGENT PUR, ” while the declaration of the coin’s “9999” purity is located on the right and left sides of the leaf. Breathtaking GEM Reverse Proof Silver Coin. A story booklet which outlines the history of the Maple Leaf series is also included. Silver coin with a gorgeous Ultra High Relief Reverse Proof finish is presented in ungraded GEM proof condition, featuring a beautifully executed strike, exceptionally finished surfaces and sensational eye appeal. Add this low mintage, 2022 dated, first-ever reverse proof Canadian Silver Maple Leaf coin with an Ultra High Relief strike to your collection today! Year of Issue:2022. Mint:Royal Canadian Mint. Packaging:Original Government Packaging. Relief:Ultra High Relief. Display Weight:5 oz. Weight in Grams:155.517 g. Weight in Ounces:5 oz. Diameter:65.25 mm. Obverse Design:Queen Elizabeth II Portrait. Reverse Design:Ultra High Relief Maple Leaf. Obverse Designer/Engraver:Susanna Blunt. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Bullion\Silver\Coins”. The seller is “sparky209″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Composition: Silver
- Certification Number: Limit Edition of 1250 world wide\uD83C\uDDE8\uD83C\uDDE6
- Fineness: 0.9999
- Strike Type: Proof
- Grade: Gem Proof
- Precious Metal Content per Unit: 5 oz
- Brand/Mint: Royal Canadian Mint
- Certification: The Royal Canadian Mint \uD83C\uDDE8\uD83C\uDDE6
- Modified Item: No
- Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
- Denomination: $50
- Brand: Canadian Maple Leaf
- Coin: Canadian Maple Leaf
- Year: 2022
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Canada
- Total Precious Metal Content: 5 oz
