2018 SML Tribute 30 Years 2 oz Pure Silver Gold-Plated

Three Decades of Purity: The 30th Anniversary SML

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the world’s first .9999 pure silver bullion program with this 2 oz 99.99% pure silver coin. Since its debut in 1988, the Silver Maple Leaf (SML) has served as the global standard for craftsmanship and value. This commemorative issue features Walter Ott’s iconic single maple leaf design, enhanced with selective gold plating and innovative security-inspired engraving.

Intricate Laser Engraving & Gold Plating

The reverse showcases a gold-plated scroll banner double-dated 1988–2018. Both the obverse and reverse fields are filled with a repeating laser-engraved pattern of micro-sized maple leaves and the number "30." This technique creates a hologram-like effect through light diffraction, mirroring the advanced security features of modern bullion. Selective gold plating further highlights the commemorative banner, the rims, and the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II.

A Milestone in Canadian Numismatics

Struck in a modified proof finish with a substantial 50 mm diameter, this $10 face value coin honors the program that established Canada as a world leader in precious metals. Arriving in a premium maroon clamshell and black beauty box, it is a high-authority asset for collectors of the Silver Maple Leaf series and those seeking a centerpiece for their Canadian silver portfolio.