Description
With a mintage of just 1200 coins, a pure silver content of one full kilogram, a near flawless double struck proof finish, and a popular design theme of the Maple Leaf Forever”, this large attractive 2012 $250 coin combines scarcity, intrinsic value and collectible art. Mintage is limited to 1,200 coins. HST/GST exempt.
The Design:
The maple leaf design is based on the attributes of Valour, Perseverance and Diversity. The sugar maple is a very important member of the northeastern Canadian boreal forest. The species is most renowned for the clarity of its sap, which produces some of the world's purest and finest maple syrup. It is also a highly resilient tree that can germinate, grow, and thrive in areas with poor sunlight and problematic soil. It produces extremely hard, sought-after hardwood, which is used for items ranging from musical instruments and furnishings to professional basketball court floors and pool cues.
The maple tree and leaves represent Canadians' stalwart spirit and strong connection to the country's natural landscape. When the symbol first came into official use in the nineteenth century, Canadians chose a twig of three golden maple leaves to represent Ontario and a twig of three green maple leaves to represent Quebec. As the years unfolded, so did the intricacies and applications of this national symbol, most prominently on the national flag and on Canadian currency.
The Kilo Maple is a great way to own and cherish a treasured symbol of Canada. This is the second coin in the series. The previous coin sold out on launch day.
