The designs featured on the 1998 Silver Maple Leaf Coin drew their inspiration from beloved Canadian icons. The front image depicts the iconic maple tree leaf on their nation’s flag. It illustrates the Canadian values of tolerance and peace.
The reverse side features the profile of Queen Elizabeth II as an acknowledgement of their former British ties. While the designs seem simple, a closer inspection of these images reveals meticulous attention to detail. Whether it’s the maple leaf’s vein patterns or the royal monarch’s stoic expression, collectors will surely admire each engraved image’s intricacy.
Denomination: $5 CAD
Metal Content: 1 oz
Thickness: 3.29 mm
Diameter: 38 mm
