A rare 100kg gold coin, the first ‘million dollar coin’ – minted by The Royal Canadian Mint in 2007 is being privately sold by GoldCore, who have secured exclusive rights for its sale in Britain and Ireland.
Only five of these majestic 99.999% pure bullion gold coins, weighing 100 kilos or 3,215 troy ounces each in existence today.
The 2nd largest gold coins ever minted is measures 50 cm in diameter by 3 cm thick, you need 3 mens to lift the single coin.
The coins were minted by the world renowned Royal Canadian Mint, which operates world-class refineries, as well as minting Canadian bullion coin products including the popular Canadian Maple Leaf gold and silver bullion coins (0.9999 pure or 24 karat).
Coin Specifications:
Face Value: $1,000,000
Composition: 99999 fine gold
Weight (troy oz): 3,215
Weight (kg): 100
Coins in Existence Worldwide: 5
Coins Currently for Sale Worldwide: 1
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II portrait on the obverse side is a work by celebrated Canadian portrait artist Susanna Blunt. The reverse features an elegant hand-polished maple leaf design by Royal Canadian Mint artist and engraver Stan Witten.
The 100 kg, 99.999% pure gold bullion coin with a $1 million legal tender face value was originally conceived as a unique showpiece. This incredible coin combines craftsmanship and artistry with the unprecedented technical achievement of 99.999% purity in gold bullion.
There were only five made – all of which are in private hands. It is a collector’s item and commands a premium both for its gold bullion content but also for being incredibly rare.
The World's rarest gold 'million dollar coin' at today's market prices is valued at £3.8million.
For more information, you can visit GoldCore website www.goldcore.com.
