Canada. Elizabeth II. 5 Dollars 1988 Maple Leaf, 1 Oz (.999) (No reserve price)

1 Oz Silver Coin Canada Maple Leaf 1988 - First Year of Issue - OGP Seal
Up for sale a splendid 1-ounce pure silver coin from the Canadian Maple Leaf series, minted by the Royal Canadian Mint in 1988.
This piece has great historical and numismatic significance: it is the FIRST YEAR OF ISSUE EVER of this famous Canadian series (1st Year of Issue).
Main Features:
• Country: Canada
• Year: 1988 (First year of the series)
• Nominal Value: 5 Canadian Dollars (5 CAD)
• Material: Pure Silver .9999 (Fine Silver)
• Weight: 1 Troy Ounce / 1 Oz (31.1 grams)
• Obverse: Second official portrait of Queen Elizabeth II
• Reverse: The iconic Maple Leaf, Canada's national symbol
Condition and Details:
The coin is kept inside its original soft plastic capsule (OGP - Original Government Packaging).
As seen in the photos, the coin shows on the edges a natural patina and dark oxidation spots, a completely typical and common phenomenon for silver coins of this specific issue sealed at the time. The coin has NEVER been cleaned or polished to preserve its original numismatic integrity.
Shipping and Conditions:
The item being shipped is exactly what is shown in the photos. Shipping will be done with careful, tracked packaging to ensure maximum safety during transport.
If you have questions or would like additional close-up photos, please feel free to contact me before bidding. Happy bidding!