This HUGE 2015 $250 one kilogram pure silver coin (32.15 ounces) is the first ever kilo coin to feature a dynamic hologram.  Additional new features include multiple polishes and a sparkle effect to the leaves, making Canada’s most iconic symbol come to life.  The coin is called “Maple Leaf Forever”, and features a mintage of just 500 pieces. A pure silver coin issued by the Royal Canadian Mint, this item is GST/HST exempt.

The Design:

The reverse design by Canadian artist Celia Godkin features two silver maple leaves. With their five deeply divided lobes and dentate leaf margins, each silver maple leaf is an image of delicate natural beauty as one leaf lies superimposed over the other, their long petioles crossed, as though each had softly fallen to the ground on a beautiful autumn day. A struck hologram across the entirety of the engraved leaf's undulating surface; allows natural light to be refracted from different angles as the coin is tilted from side to side, creating an iridescent rainbow effect that has been enhanced by the use of multiple polishes. The overall effect is an exquisite coin that is brimming with dynamic movement, dazzling colour and remarkable depth.

The Maple Leaf:

For over a hundred years, the mighty maple leaf has been used as a beloved symbol for Canada—one that has been immortalized in songs and artwork, and featured on everything from pins, badges and backpacks to banknotes and the flag. While several different maple species are native to Canada, the general outline of their leaves is instantly recognizable, and has become synonymous with national pride and identity. Celebrate one of Canada's most beloved icons with this year's stunning Maple Leaf Forever coin, which features two shimmering leaves from a silver maple.