1 oz Silver Triple Maple Leaves Black Ruthenium 2026 (Mintage: 100 | Black Ruthenium with Opal Finish | partially gold-plated)

1 oz Silver Triple Maple Leaves Black Ruthenium 2026 – a dazzling masterpiece in only 100 specimens

• Strictly limited: A worldwide mini-mintage of only 100 pieces – already a sought-after collector's item.
• Growth potential: The strict limitation and high collector demand create an extraordinary appreciation potential.
• Rarity: An extremely rare collector's coin that will hardly be found a second time.
• Investment objective: A first-class collector's piece that, due to its small mintage, holds a high appreciation potential.
• Design: Three intertwined maple leaves that sparkle in opal finish in shades of blue, green and red – embedded in deep black ruthenium.
• Exclusive: These rare collector's items are available exclusively from Kettner Edelmetalle.
• High-quality finishing: Several technical processes – ruthenium, opal effect and partial gilding – combine artfully with one another.
• Design highlight: On the value side, a majestic maple tree shines with a magnificently gilded crown and the face value "20 Dollars".
• Material / Fineness: Finest silver with the highest fineness of 999.9/1,000 and a fine weight of 31.1 grams.
• Manufacturer: Struck for Liberia, subsequently finished in Germany exclusively for Kettner Edelmetalle.

Sometimes pure precious metal meets pure art – and that is exactly what happens here. The 1 oz Silver Triple Maple Leaves Black Ruthenium 2026 takes the iconic Canadian maple leaf design and elevates it to an entirely new aesthetic level. Where classic white silver would normally shine, a deep black ruthenium field spreads across the surface, making the three maple leaves in shimmering opal finish virtually glow. A play of turquoise, emerald green and fiery red – the image shifts with every change of light, just like a genuine precious opal.

A rarity of which only 100 specimens exist

What makes this coin so desirable? The answer is remarkably simple: only 100 pieces worldwide. This small quantity places the piece among true rarities that collectors seek out far beyond Germany. Whoever holds one of these specimens possesses a rare collector's coin whose appeal grows with every passing year. It is precisely from this combination of beauty and scarcity that a very high appreciation potential arises.

Works of art in precious metal created in such tiny quantities are the secret stars of any collection – they tell stories and captivate generations.

Craftsmanship and finishing – precision in every detail

The foundation is a classic maple leaf strike, which is subsequently given an elaborate finishing treatment in Germany. First, a layer of black ruthenium is applied to the surface, lending the coin its refined, dark character. Over this, the shimmering opal finish is spread. The crowning touch is provided by the partially gilded edge area along with the milled rim, which creates a wonderful contrast to the deep black. This multi-stage treatment demands the highest precision – and makes each of the 100 specimens a small unique piece.

Technical specifications at a glance

1. Material: Silver, fineness 999.9/1,000
2. Fine weight: 31.1 g (1 oz)
3. Diameter: 40 mm
4. Face value: 20 Dollars (issuing country: Liberia)
5. Year of issue: 2026, condition Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
6. Mintage: strictly limited to 100 pieces worldwide
7. Finishing: Black Ruthenium, opal finish, partially gilded
8. Delivered in a protective coin capsule

A pleasure for collectors and connoisseurs alike

This coin joins the "Symbolism" series and appeals to all those who appreciate beautiful silver coins. Silver has held a firm role for thousands of years as a coinage metal, as a symbol of wealth and as a popular collectible. Unlike a plain bar, this refined rarity tells its own story – it combines the fascination of precious metal with genuine artistry. A pleasant side effect for enthusiasts: profits from the private sale of silver may remain tax-free after a holding period of at least one year. Those who wish can also round out their collection with pieces for inflation protection or targeted pieces for crisis protection – but the focus here is clearly on the passion for collecting.

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