The Canadian Special Service Devil's Brigade gold coin is struck in .9999 fine gold and weighs one quarter troy ounce, placing it firmly within the Royal Canadian Mint's tradition of high-purity commemorative issues. It carries legal tender status under the Canadian Crown and represents one of several numismatic commemoratives honoring the distinguished military history of Canada's special operations forces. The coin is graded Brilliant Uncirculated, reflecting a freshly minted, unhandled condition with full luster and sharp detail throughout.
We carry this coin as part of our broader selection of Royal Canadian Mint issues, which are recognized globally for their exceptional striking quality and design craftsmanship. For buyers drawn to the intersection of military history and precious metals, this is a distinctive piece that balances numismatic character with tangible gold content.
The First Special Service Force, commonly known as the Devil's Brigade, was a joint American and Canadian commando unit that operated during World War II. Formed in 1942 under a combined command structu
…The Canadian Special Service Devil's Brigade gold coin is struck in .9999 fine gold and weighs one quarter troy ounce, placing it firmly within the Royal Canadian Mint's tradition of high-purity commemorative issues. It carries legal tender status under the Canadian Crown and represents one of several numismatic commemoratives honoring the distinguished military history of Canada's special operations forces. The coin is graded Brilliant Uncirculated, reflecting a freshly minted, unhandled condition with full luster and sharp detail throughout.
We carry this coin as part of our broader selection of Royal Canadian Mint issues, which are recognized globally for their exceptional striking quality and design craftsmanship. For buyers drawn to the intersection of military history and precious metals, this is a distinctive piece that balances numismatic character with tangible gold content.
The First Special Service Force, commonly known as the Devil's Brigade, was a joint American and Canadian commando unit that operated during World War II. Formed in 1942 under a combined command structure, the unit earned a fearsome reputation across campaigns in North Africa, Italy, and Southern France. German soldiers reportedly coined the name Devil's Brigade after encountering the unit's tactics and the black face paint its members wore during night operations.
The Royal Canadian Mint has long commemorated Canadian military heritage through its numismatic program, issuing limited-edition gold and silver coins tied to significant moments in the nation's armed forces history. The Devil's Brigade series reflects that ongoing commitment to preserving military memory through precious metal coinage. These issues typically carry restricted mintages, which distinguishes them from standard bullion releases and contributes to their standing within the collector community.
The reverse of this coin features imagery directly tied to the Devil's Brigade's wartime identity, typically incorporating the combined dagger and parachute insignia associated with the unit alongside period-appropriate visual references that convey the intensity and purpose of elite special operations. The engraving detail achievable by the Royal Canadian Mint at this scale is considerable, and the Brilliant Uncirculated finish allows every element of the composition to read with clarity and definition.
The obverse carries the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as is standard for Royal Canadian Mint legal tender issues from this period, accompanied by the face value, the country of issue, and the year of minting. The coin's compact quarter-ounce format lends itself well to intricate design work without sacrificing visual impact, and the .9999 fine gold planchet gives the surface a warm, deep tone that enhances the overall presentation.
At one quarter troy ounce, this coin sits at a practical entry point for buyers who want genuine Royal Canadian Mint gold without the outright cost of a full ounce piece. The smaller format makes it easier to acquire without a significant single outlay, and its compact size suits both hands-on handling and display in standard coin holders or presentation cases designed for fractional issues.
Fractional gold from a recognized sovereign mint like the Royal Canadian Mint tends to carry a higher premium per ounce compared to full-ounce equivalents, which is a normal characteristic of smaller-format minting. Buyers who understand this relationship generally view fractional coins not as a compromise but as a deliberate choice that reflects how they prefer to hold and manage physical gold.
As a Royal Canadian Mint issue, this coin is struck to the Mint's exacting standards for weight and purity, with each piece guaranteed at .9999 fine gold and 0.25 troy ounces. The Royal Canadian Mint is one of the most technically advanced sovereign mints in the world, and its quality control processes are among the most rigorous in the industry. That foundation gives buyers strong assurance about what they are receiving without requiring additional third-party verification for standard BU issues.
We are authorized dealers for both PCGS and NGC, which means buyers who wish to submit this coin for independent grading and encapsulation have direct access to that pathway through us. Every product we carry is verified for authenticity, weight, and purity before it reaches a customer, consistent with the sourcing standards we maintain across our catalog.
Brilliant Uncirculated denotes a coin that has never entered circulation and retains its original mint luster with no wear to the high points of the design. At the BU grade, minor contact marks from the minting and handling process may technically be present, but the overall appearance remains sharp and visually impressive. For a commemorative numismatic issue of this type, BU represents the standard for collectible-quality presentation.
Individual coins ship in a protective plastic flip to preserve their surface condition. If you are purchasing a quantity that corresponds to a full tube, the coins will arrive in that sealed tube format. The Royal Canadian Mint typically packages quarter-ounce gold coins in quantities consistent with their standard production runs, and full tube or box quantities ship in the appropriate sealed configuration. If you have questions about packaging for a specific quantity, our team can clarify the details before your order ships.
Pricing for this coin is tied directly to the live spot price of gold, with a premium applied above that base reflecting the Royal Canadian Mint's production costs, the limited numismatic nature of the issue, and the additional demand that military commemorative themes generate among collectors. Quarter-ounce coins from sovereign mints consistently carry higher per-ounce premiums than their full-ounce counterparts, a straightforward function of production economics at smaller weights.
Our pricing reflects real-time market conditions and is structured to give buyers a clear picture of what they are paying relative to spot. We display the bid/ask spread on each product page so that both the acquisition cost and the expected resale value are visible before a purchase is made, rather than surfacing that information only when a customer decides to sell.
Gold coins issued by the Royal Canadian Mint are recognized by dealers and wholesale buyers globally, and the .9999 purity standard they carry is among the most accepted benchmarks in the physical gold market. The quarter-ounce format is widely traded, though resale premiums for commemorative numismatic issues can vary more than those for standard bullion coins depending on collector demand at a given time.
We operate a two-way market, meaning customers can both purchase and sell within the same platform using competitive buyback pricing. Understanding liquidity before a purchase is part of how we approach transparency, and our platform is structured to give customers a realistic sense of where a product stands in the wholesale market before they commit to buying or selling.
Few coins combine the credibility of a Royal Canadian Mint striking with a subject as historically compelling as the Devil's Brigade. For buyers who collect along military or historical themes, this coin offers a direct connection to one of World War II's most decorated and storied special operations units, housed in a format that carries genuine precious metal content. The .9999 purity and legal tender status reinforce its standing beyond its commemorative identity.
The quarter-ounce size makes it a practical choice for buyers who want a meaningful gold holding without the premium expenditure of a full-ounce piece. It is also a strong candidate for gifts or collections focused on Canadian or Allied military history, where the subject matter adds a layer of significance that standard bullion products simply do not offer.
We have built our reputation since 2010 on transparent pricing, genuine product authentication, and a buying experience that treats customers as informed participants rather than passive recipients of a sales pitch. Our A rating with the Better Business Bureau reflects a consistent standard of service, and our memberships in both the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association reflect our standing within the professional numismatic and bullion community.
As authorized dealers for PCGS and NGC, we are well-positioned to support customers who want to take a commemorative issue like this one further through the professional grading process. Our payment options, shipping practices, and customer support are all structured around security, reliability, and clarity. When you buy through us, you are working with a dealer who has equal interest in the transaction making sense for you on both the buy side and the sell side.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing across a wide range of precious metals products, including commemorative gold issues like this one. Rather than relying on estimated or indicative prices, Pro members see real-time pricing that reflects actual wholesale market conditions, along with real-time portfolio valuation based on current wholesale bid prices. For a coin that carries a numismatic premium above standard bullion, having visibility into how that premium behaves over time is genuinely useful information.
Pro also provides access to proprietary product research tools that allow members to evaluate premiums, bid/ask spreads, liquidity, and historical pricing behavior across our catalog. These tools are designed to help buyers understand the pricing characteristics of individual products using objective data rather than assumptions, which is particularly relevant when comparing commemorative issues against standard bullion alternatives.
We support a broad range of payment methods to make the purchasing process straightforward and secure for every type of buyer. Accepted methods include Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, and cryptocurrency payments through BitPay. Each option is available within a secure transaction environment designed to protect your information and keep the process moving efficiently from checkout through fulfillment.
Product ID: BST-002579A38A
| Year | 2014 |
|---|---|
| Precious Metal Type | Gold |
| Format | Coin |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Brand/Mint | Royal Canadian Mint |
| Mint Mark | Various |
| Purity | 0.9999 |
| Weight | 0.25 oz |
| Diameter (mm) | 20 mm |
| Grade | BU |
The Canadian Special Service Devil's Brigade gold coin is struck in .9999 fine gold and weighs one quarter troy ounce, placing it firmly within the Royal Canadian Mint's tradition of high-purity commemorative issues. It carries legal tender status under the Canadian Crown and represents one of several numismatic commemoratives honoring the distinguished military history of Canada's special operations forces. The coin is graded Brilliant Uncirculated, reflecting a freshly minted, unhandled condition with full luster and sharp detail throughout.
We carry this coin as part of our broader selection of Royal Canadian Mint issues, which are recognized globally for their exceptional striking quality and design craftsmanship. For buyers drawn to the intersection of military history and precious metals, this is a distinctive piece that balances numismatic character with tangible gold content.
The First Special Service Force, commonly known as the Devil's Brigade, was a joint American and Canadian commando unit that operated during World War II. Formed in 1942 under a combined command structu
…The Canadian Special Service Devil's Brigade gold coin is struck in .9999 fine gold and weighs one quarter troy ounce, placing it firmly within the Royal Canadian Mint's tradition of high-purity commemorative issues. It carries legal tender status under the Canadian Crown and represents one of several numismatic commemoratives honoring the distinguished military history of Canada's special operations forces. The coin is graded Brilliant Uncirculated, reflecting a freshly minted, unhandled condition with full luster and sharp detail throughout.
We carry this coin as part of our broader selection of Royal Canadian Mint issues, which are recognized globally for their exceptional striking quality and design craftsmanship. For buyers drawn to the intersection of military history and precious metals, this is a distinctive piece that balances numismatic character with tangible gold content.
The First Special Service Force, commonly known as the Devil's Brigade, was a joint American and Canadian commando unit that operated during World War II. Formed in 1942 under a combined command structure, the unit earned a fearsome reputation across campaigns in North Africa, Italy, and Southern France. German soldiers reportedly coined the name Devil's Brigade after encountering the unit's tactics and the black face paint its members wore during night operations.
The Royal Canadian Mint has long commemorated Canadian military heritage through its numismatic program, issuing limited-edition gold and silver coins tied to significant moments in the nation's armed forces history. The Devil's Brigade series reflects that ongoing commitment to preserving military memory through precious metal coinage. These issues typically carry restricted mintages, which distinguishes them from standard bullion releases and contributes to their standing within the collector community.
The reverse of this coin features imagery directly tied to the Devil's Brigade's wartime identity, typically incorporating the combined dagger and parachute insignia associated with the unit alongside period-appropriate visual references that convey the intensity and purpose of elite special operations. The engraving detail achievable by the Royal Canadian Mint at this scale is considerable, and the Brilliant Uncirculated finish allows every element of the composition to read with clarity and definition.
The obverse carries the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as is standard for Royal Canadian Mint legal tender issues from this period, accompanied by the face value, the country of issue, and the year of minting. The coin's compact quarter-ounce format lends itself well to intricate design work without sacrificing visual impact, and the .9999 fine gold planchet gives the surface a warm, deep tone that enhances the overall presentation.
At one quarter troy ounce, this coin sits at a practical entry point for buyers who want genuine Royal Canadian Mint gold without the outright cost of a full ounce piece. The smaller format makes it easier to acquire without a significant single outlay, and its compact size suits both hands-on handling and display in standard coin holders or presentation cases designed for fractional issues.
Fractional gold from a recognized sovereign mint like the Royal Canadian Mint tends to carry a higher premium per ounce compared to full-ounce equivalents, which is a normal characteristic of smaller-format minting. Buyers who understand this relationship generally view fractional coins not as a compromise but as a deliberate choice that reflects how they prefer to hold and manage physical gold.
As a Royal Canadian Mint issue, this coin is struck to the Mint's exacting standards for weight and purity, with each piece guaranteed at .9999 fine gold and 0.25 troy ounces. The Royal Canadian Mint is one of the most technically advanced sovereign mints in the world, and its quality control processes are among the most rigorous in the industry. That foundation gives buyers strong assurance about what they are receiving without requiring additional third-party verification for standard BU issues.
We are authorized dealers for both PCGS and NGC, which means buyers who wish to submit this coin for independent grading and encapsulation have direct access to that pathway through us. Every product we carry is verified for authenticity, weight, and purity before it reaches a customer, consistent with the sourcing standards we maintain across our catalog.
Brilliant Uncirculated denotes a coin that has never entered circulation and retains its original mint luster with no wear to the high points of the design. At the BU grade, minor contact marks from the minting and handling process may technically be present, but the overall appearance remains sharp and visually impressive. For a commemorative numismatic issue of this type, BU represents the standard for collectible-quality presentation.
Individual coins ship in a protective plastic flip to preserve their surface condition. If you are purchasing a quantity that corresponds to a full tube, the coins will arrive in that sealed tube format. The Royal Canadian Mint typically packages quarter-ounce gold coins in quantities consistent with their standard production runs, and full tube or box quantities ship in the appropriate sealed configuration. If you have questions about packaging for a specific quantity, our team can clarify the details before your order ships.
Pricing for this coin is tied directly to the live spot price of gold, with a premium applied above that base reflecting the Royal Canadian Mint's production costs, the limited numismatic nature of the issue, and the additional demand that military commemorative themes generate among collectors. Quarter-ounce coins from sovereign mints consistently carry higher per-ounce premiums than their full-ounce counterparts, a straightforward function of production economics at smaller weights.
Our pricing reflects real-time market conditions and is structured to give buyers a clear picture of what they are paying relative to spot. We display the bid/ask spread on each product page so that both the acquisition cost and the expected resale value are visible before a purchase is made, rather than surfacing that information only when a customer decides to sell.
Gold coins issued by the Royal Canadian Mint are recognized by dealers and wholesale buyers globally, and the .9999 purity standard they carry is among the most accepted benchmarks in the physical gold market. The quarter-ounce format is widely traded, though resale premiums for commemorative numismatic issues can vary more than those for standard bullion coins depending on collector demand at a given time.
We operate a two-way market, meaning customers can both purchase and sell within the same platform using competitive buyback pricing. Understanding liquidity before a purchase is part of how we approach transparency, and our platform is structured to give customers a realistic sense of where a product stands in the wholesale market before they commit to buying or selling.
Few coins combine the credibility of a Royal Canadian Mint striking with a subject as historically compelling as the Devil's Brigade. For buyers who collect along military or historical themes, this coin offers a direct connection to one of World War II's most decorated and storied special operations units, housed in a format that carries genuine precious metal content. The .9999 purity and legal tender status reinforce its standing beyond its commemorative identity.
The quarter-ounce size makes it a practical choice for buyers who want a meaningful gold holding without the premium expenditure of a full-ounce piece. It is also a strong candidate for gifts or collections focused on Canadian or Allied military history, where the subject matter adds a layer of significance that standard bullion products simply do not offer.
We have built our reputation since 2010 on transparent pricing, genuine product authentication, and a buying experience that treats customers as informed participants rather than passive recipients of a sales pitch. Our A rating with the Better Business Bureau reflects a consistent standard of service, and our memberships in both the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association reflect our standing within the professional numismatic and bullion community.
As authorized dealers for PCGS and NGC, we are well-positioned to support customers who want to take a commemorative issue like this one further through the professional grading process. Our payment options, shipping practices, and customer support are all structured around security, reliability, and clarity. When you buy through us, you are working with a dealer who has equal interest in the transaction making sense for you on both the buy side and the sell side.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing across a wide range of precious metals products, including commemorative gold issues like this one. Rather than relying on estimated or indicative prices, Pro members see real-time pricing that reflects actual wholesale market conditions, along with real-time portfolio valuation based on current wholesale bid prices. For a coin that carries a numismatic premium above standard bullion, having visibility into how that premium behaves over time is genuinely useful information.
Pro also provides access to proprietary product research tools that allow members to evaluate premiums, bid/ask spreads, liquidity, and historical pricing behavior across our catalog. These tools are designed to help buyers understand the pricing characteristics of individual products using objective data rather than assumptions, which is particularly relevant when comparing commemorative issues against standard bullion alternatives.
We support a broad range of payment methods to make the purchasing process straightforward and secure for every type of buyer. Accepted methods include Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, and cryptocurrency payments through BitPay. Each option is available within a secure transaction environment designed to protect your information and keep the process moving efficiently from checkout through fulfillment.
.png)
As low as: $1,038.04
As low as: $91.48
As low as: $4,151.09
As low as: $1,038.04
As low as: $441.94
As low as: $30.52
As low as: $60.99
As low as: $91.48
As low as: $61.74
As low as: $91.48
As low as: $4,131.61
As low as: $30.52
As low as: $61.99
As low as: $63.89
As low as: $62.99
As low as: $61.74
As low as: $60.04
As low as: $429.61
As low as: $600.86
As low as: $4,193.27
As low as: $2,090.47
As low as: $1,068.88
As low as: $443.59
As low as: $441.94
(833) 278-4653
