The Canadian Palladium Maple Leaf was introduced in 2005 and contains one ounce of .9995 fine palladium, representing the highest purity available in palladium bullion coins. Palladium was first isolated in 1803 and remained relatively obscure until the automotive industry began using it in catalytic converters during the 1970s. The metal’s primary use in automotive applications and limited global supply concentrated in Russia and South Africa make it one of the most volatile and potentially profitable precious metals. The Royal Canadian Mint’s reputation for quality and the coin’s exceptional purity make it the premier choice for investors seeking exposure to this rare industrial precious metal.
