100 Dollar Canada coin

The Canadian 100 Dollar gold coin is, quite unfairly, a relatively unknown classic that blends investment value and collector appeal in a very attractive way. This 22 karat coin contains a fine gold weight of half a troy ounce (15.55 grams) and has a total weight of 16.966 grams. As a result, it holds more gold than many smaller historic coins, while still weighing only half as much as the popular 1 troy ounce coins. The 100 Dollar therefore makes a strong alternative for investors looking for a gold coin in this price bracket.

What makes it especially interesting is that it was issued by the Royal Canadian Mint, the same mint that is internationally renowned for the Maple Leaf struck in 99.99% pure gold. Unlike that 24 karat bullion coin, the 100 Dollar is produced in 22 karat gold, making it more robust and closer in character to classic circulating gold coins such as the Dutch gold ten-guilder or the British sovereign.

Between 1976 and 1986, eleven different designs were released, each with its own theme. This means the coin is not only appealing to investors, but also highly appreciated by collectors. The combination of half an ounce of gold, multiple distinctive designs and a limited issue period makes the Canada 100 Dollar a versatile and truly distinctive gold coin.

Delivery and packaging

• Insured shipping or collection by appointment in Alkmaar, Rotterdam or Tilburg
• Individually packed in a protective plastic coin sleeve
• Secure and insured storage available via Holland Gold Safe

Why choose the Canada 100 Dollar coin?

• 22 karat gold
• 1/2 ounce of pure gold
• 11 different unique designs
• World-famous mint: Royal Canadian Mint

Design of the Canada 100 Dollar

The obverse of the Canadian 100 Dollar gold coin always features a right-facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, accompanied by her title. Around the portrait you can read the Latin inscription “D.G. REGINA”, which stands for Dei Gratia Regina (“Queen by the Grace of God”). Depending on the year and the specific issue, the face value of 100 dollars appears either on the obverse or on the reverse.

The reverse does not follow a single fixed design: between 1976 and 1986, eleven different themed designs were issued. On certain releases, an additional inscription appears alongside the main motif, referring to that year’s subject. The official designs are:

• 1976 – Olympic Games
• 1977 – Flowers
• 1978 – Flying geese
• 1979 – Playing children
• 1980 – Kayak
• 1981 – Musical notes
• 1982 – Queen Victoria
• 1983 – Steam locomotive
• 1984 – Cartography (old maps)
• 1985 – Ice hockey
• 1986 – Canadian nature

Because of this variation in designs, the changing placement of the face value and the occasional themed inscriptions on the reverse, each Canada 100 Dollar gold coin has its own personality—making the series especially attractive to both collectors and investors.

Price and resale value of the Canada 100 Dollar

Looking to sell your gold coins? Holland Gold offers a buyback guarantee for this coin. We also purchase coins that were not originally bought from us. On our website, under the section ‘sell to us’, you can see what we currently pay for the coin.