The 2012 Canadian War of 1812 gold coin is a quarter-ounce commemorative issue struck by the Royal Canadian Mint in .9999 fine gold. It carries a face value of $10 CAD, giving it legal tender status within Canada, and was released as part of a broader series commemorating the bicentennial of the War of 1812. At 0.25 troy ounces, it occupies the space between entry-level fractional gold and a full-ounce coin, offering a meaningful gold content in a compact and well-struck format. We carry this coin in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, meaning it presents as struck with no signs of wear or handling damage.
The Royal Canadian Mint's reputation for precision and purity is well established, and this issue reflects those production standards. The .9999 fineness places it among the purest gold coins available from any sovereign mint, a specification that carries real weight in both domestic and international markets.
The War of 1812 was a defining conflict in the formation of Canadian national identity. Fought between the United States, Great Britain, and various Indigenous nations from 1812 to 1815, the war sh
…The 2012 Canadian War of 1812 gold coin is a quarter-ounce commemorative issue struck by the Royal Canadian Mint in .9999 fine gold. It carries a face value of $10 CAD, giving it legal tender status within Canada, and was released as part of a broader series commemorating the bicentennial of the War of 1812. At 0.25 troy ounces, it occupies the space between entry-level fractional gold and a full-ounce coin, offering a meaningful gold content in a compact and well-struck format. We carry this coin in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, meaning it presents as struck with no signs of wear or handling damage.
The Royal Canadian Mint's reputation for precision and purity is well established, and this issue reflects those production standards. The .9999 fineness places it among the purest gold coins available from any sovereign mint, a specification that carries real weight in both domestic and international markets.
The War of 1812 was a defining conflict in the formation of Canadian national identity. Fought between the United States, Great Britain, and various Indigenous nations from 1812 to 1815, the war shaped the political boundaries of North America and reinforced a distinct Canadian consciousness, particularly in what is now Ontario. The bicentennial commemorations of 2012 prompted a range of commemorative programs across Canada, with the Royal Canadian Mint playing a central role in marking the anniversary through numismatic releases.
The Royal Canadian Mint was established in 1908 as a branch of the British Royal Mint and became a Crown corporation in 1969. It has since grown into one of the most technically advanced minting facilities in the world, producing circulating coinage, bullion products, and collector issues for countries around the globe. Its commitment to .9999 purity as a standard across its gold bullion and commemorative programs has made it a benchmark in the industry.
The obverse of this coin features the Susanna Blunt effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, which has appeared on Canadian coinage since 2003. The portrait is accompanied by inscriptions noting her name, the face value, and the country of issue, rendered with the clean precision characteristic of Royal Canadian Mint production. This side of the coin reflects a standard design found across many Canadian sovereign issues from this period.
The reverse carries imagery specific to the War of 1812 commemoration, depicting a scene or figure tied to the conflict with the attention to engraving detail that defines the Mint's commemorative output. The combination of sharp relief, high purity, and subject-specific design gives this coin a distinctly different character from standard bullion issues like the Maple Leaf series, placing it in the category of commemorative gold that bridges collector appeal with bullion content.
At a quarter ounce, this coin offers meaningful gold content at a lower per-unit cost than a full-ounce piece, making it practical for buyers who want to accumulate gold in smaller increments or diversify their holdings across multiple pieces. The format is also well-suited for those who prefer to hold physical gold in sizes that are easier to transact individually rather than liquidating a single large holding.
Fractional gold typically carries a higher premium per troy ounce than larger formats, reflecting the greater production cost relative to metal content. That tradeoff is worth understanding before purchasing, and we display bid and ask pricing transparently on the product page so buyers can evaluate the full cost of ownership alongside the resale side of the transaction.
Every coin we carry is verified for authenticity, weight, and purity before it reaches a customer. The Royal Canadian Mint's production standards for this issue include the .9999 fineness specification, which is confirmed through the Mint's own quality controls and reflected in the coin's edge markings and design details. These characteristics provide a reliable basis for authentication without requiring third-party grading for standard bullion transactions.
For buyers who prefer certified examples, we maintain authorized dealer relationships with both PCGS and NGC, giving customers access to professionally graded versions of coins where available. This is particularly relevant for commemorative issues like this one, where condition and provenance can matter to certain segments of the collector market in addition to the bullion buyer community.
Brilliant Uncirculated, commonly abbreviated as BU, indicates that this coin was struck for collector and commemorative purposes and has not entered circulation. The surfaces should exhibit full mint luster with no wear, though minor handling marks from the production or packaging process can occasionally be present on BU-designated coins that have not been independently graded and encapsulated.
Individual coins ship in a protective plastic flip to preserve their condition during transit. The Royal Canadian Mint typically packages quarter-ounce gold commemorative coins in quantities consistent with their collector-focused production runs, and larger orders may ship in original mint tubes or sealed packaging where applicable. If you are purchasing multiple pieces and have specific packaging preferences, reaching out to us directly before placing your order is the best way to confirm available options.
Pricing for this coin is tied directly to the spot price of gold, with a premium layered on top to account for the Royal Canadian Mint's production costs, the commemorative nature of the issue, and the coin's fractional format. Fractional coins generally carry a wider premium per ounce than full-ounce issues, a standard feature of the market that reflects both manufacturing economics and collector demand. The limited commemorative scope of this series, tied specifically to the War of 1812 bicentennial, also contributes to its premium profile compared to ongoing bullion programs like the Maple Leaf.
We display pricing in real time, reflecting current spot market conditions. Because this is a commemorative issue with a defined mintage window rather than an annually recurring program, secondary market availability and demand dynamics can differ from those of standard bullion coins, which is worth factoring into a purchasing decision.
Gold coins from the Royal Canadian Mint are broadly recognized across the global precious metals market, and the .9999 fineness of this issue is a universally understood quality standard that supports resale across dealer networks, auction platforms, and private transactions. The commemorative character of this particular coin means it appeals to both bullion buyers and collectors, which can broaden the pool of potential buyers when it comes time to sell.
We operate a two-way market, meaning customers can both purchase and sell precious metals through our platform at competitive buyback pricing. Evaluating the bid side of the transaction alongside the ask before buying is a practice we actively encourage, and our product pages are structured to make that comparison straightforward rather than requiring separate research.
This coin offers a combination of attributes that make it more than a standard bullion purchase. It is struck in .9999 fine gold by one of the most respected sovereign mints in the world, carries legal tender status in Canada, and commemorates a historically significant event in North American history. For collectors and bullion buyers alike, those characteristics create a more layered ownership experience than an anonymous round or generic bar.
The quarter-ounce format makes it a practical choice for those building a diversified gold holding across multiple pieces rather than concentrating holdings in single large denominations. The defined commemorative scope of the 2012 series also means this coin will not be re-struck indefinitely, giving it a finite supply profile that distinguishes it from annually issued bullion programs.
We founded this business on the principle that trust, once lost in this industry, is rarely recovered. That philosophy shapes everything from how we price products to how we handle post-purchase support. Pricing is structured around real-time market conditions and displayed transparently, including the bid/ask spread, so buyers understand the complete picture of what they are paying and what the product is worth on the sell side at any given moment.
We hold an A rating with the Better Business Bureau and maintain active memberships in both the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association. Our authorized dealer status with PCGS and NGC reflects our commitment to operating within the standards that professional numismatic organizations uphold. Every product is verified for authenticity, weight, and purity before it ships. Our goal is not to close a transaction but to earn a long-term relationship built on consistent, transparent service.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members direct access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing across a broad range of products, including fractional gold commemoratives like this one. Rather than relying on indicative retail prices, Pro members see real-time pricing that reflects actual wholesale market conditions, including how premiums, spreads, and liquidity shift as supply and demand evolve. For a coin like the 2012 War of 1812 quarter-ounce gold issue, where both collector demand and bullion buyer interest can influence pricing dynamics, that level of market visibility is genuinely useful.
Portfolio valuation through Pro is based on live executable wholesale bid prices rather than estimated retail values, giving members a more accurate picture of what their holdings are worth under current market conditions. Proprietary research and comparison tools allow members to evaluate this coin alongside other fractional gold products using objective metrics such as premium percentile rankings, spread tightness, and liquidity indicators, supporting more informed decisions on both the buy and sell side of every transaction.
We support a wide range of payment methods to accommodate different buyer preferences and transaction sizes. Accepted options include Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, and cryptocurrency via BitPay. Each method is processed through a secure platform designed to protect sensitive financial information throughout the transaction.
Whether you are making a single fractional gold purchase or building a larger position across multiple products, the checkout process is designed to be straightforward and secure at every step. If you have questions about payment options or want to discuss a larger purchase, our support team is available to assist directly.
The 2012 Canadian War of 1812 gold coin is a quarter-ounce commemorative issue struck by the Royal Canadian Mint in .9999 fine gold. It carries a face value of $10 CAD, giving it legal tender status within Canada, and was released as part of a broader series commemorating the bicentennial of the War of 1812. At 0.25 troy ounces, it occupies the space between entry-level fractional gold and a full-ounce coin, offering a meaningful gold content in a compact and well-struck format. We carry this coin in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, meaning it presents as struck with no signs of wear or handling damage.
The Royal Canadian Mint's reputation for precision and purity is well established, and this issue reflects those production standards. The .9999 fineness places it among the purest gold coins available from any sovereign mint, a specification that carries real weight in both domestic and international markets.
The War of 1812 was a defining conflict in the formation of Canadian national identity. Fought between the United States, Great Britain, and various Indigenous nations from 1812 to 1815, the war sh
…The 2012 Canadian War of 1812 gold coin is a quarter-ounce commemorative issue struck by the Royal Canadian Mint in .9999 fine gold. It carries a face value of $10 CAD, giving it legal tender status within Canada, and was released as part of a broader series commemorating the bicentennial of the War of 1812. At 0.25 troy ounces, it occupies the space between entry-level fractional gold and a full-ounce coin, offering a meaningful gold content in a compact and well-struck format. We carry this coin in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, meaning it presents as struck with no signs of wear or handling damage.
The Royal Canadian Mint's reputation for precision and purity is well established, and this issue reflects those production standards. The .9999 fineness places it among the purest gold coins available from any sovereign mint, a specification that carries real weight in both domestic and international markets.
The War of 1812 was a defining conflict in the formation of Canadian national identity. Fought between the United States, Great Britain, and various Indigenous nations from 1812 to 1815, the war shaped the political boundaries of North America and reinforced a distinct Canadian consciousness, particularly in what is now Ontario. The bicentennial commemorations of 2012 prompted a range of commemorative programs across Canada, with the Royal Canadian Mint playing a central role in marking the anniversary through numismatic releases.
The Royal Canadian Mint was established in 1908 as a branch of the British Royal Mint and became a Crown corporation in 1969. It has since grown into one of the most technically advanced minting facilities in the world, producing circulating coinage, bullion products, and collector issues for countries around the globe. Its commitment to .9999 purity as a standard across its gold bullion and commemorative programs has made it a benchmark in the industry.
The obverse of this coin features the Susanna Blunt effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, which has appeared on Canadian coinage since 2003. The portrait is accompanied by inscriptions noting her name, the face value, and the country of issue, rendered with the clean precision characteristic of Royal Canadian Mint production. This side of the coin reflects a standard design found across many Canadian sovereign issues from this period.
The reverse carries imagery specific to the War of 1812 commemoration, depicting a scene or figure tied to the conflict with the attention to engraving detail that defines the Mint's commemorative output. The combination of sharp relief, high purity, and subject-specific design gives this coin a distinctly different character from standard bullion issues like the Maple Leaf series, placing it in the category of commemorative gold that bridges collector appeal with bullion content.
At a quarter ounce, this coin offers meaningful gold content at a lower per-unit cost than a full-ounce piece, making it practical for buyers who want to accumulate gold in smaller increments or diversify their holdings across multiple pieces. The format is also well-suited for those who prefer to hold physical gold in sizes that are easier to transact individually rather than liquidating a single large holding.
Fractional gold typically carries a higher premium per troy ounce than larger formats, reflecting the greater production cost relative to metal content. That tradeoff is worth understanding before purchasing, and we display bid and ask pricing transparently on the product page so buyers can evaluate the full cost of ownership alongside the resale side of the transaction.
Every coin we carry is verified for authenticity, weight, and purity before it reaches a customer. The Royal Canadian Mint's production standards for this issue include the .9999 fineness specification, which is confirmed through the Mint's own quality controls and reflected in the coin's edge markings and design details. These characteristics provide a reliable basis for authentication without requiring third-party grading for standard bullion transactions.
For buyers who prefer certified examples, we maintain authorized dealer relationships with both PCGS and NGC, giving customers access to professionally graded versions of coins where available. This is particularly relevant for commemorative issues like this one, where condition and provenance can matter to certain segments of the collector market in addition to the bullion buyer community.
Brilliant Uncirculated, commonly abbreviated as BU, indicates that this coin was struck for collector and commemorative purposes and has not entered circulation. The surfaces should exhibit full mint luster with no wear, though minor handling marks from the production or packaging process can occasionally be present on BU-designated coins that have not been independently graded and encapsulated.
Individual coins ship in a protective plastic flip to preserve their condition during transit. The Royal Canadian Mint typically packages quarter-ounce gold commemorative coins in quantities consistent with their collector-focused production runs, and larger orders may ship in original mint tubes or sealed packaging where applicable. If you are purchasing multiple pieces and have specific packaging preferences, reaching out to us directly before placing your order is the best way to confirm available options.
Pricing for this coin is tied directly to the spot price of gold, with a premium layered on top to account for the Royal Canadian Mint's production costs, the commemorative nature of the issue, and the coin's fractional format. Fractional coins generally carry a wider premium per ounce than full-ounce issues, a standard feature of the market that reflects both manufacturing economics and collector demand. The limited commemorative scope of this series, tied specifically to the War of 1812 bicentennial, also contributes to its premium profile compared to ongoing bullion programs like the Maple Leaf.
We display pricing in real time, reflecting current spot market conditions. Because this is a commemorative issue with a defined mintage window rather than an annually recurring program, secondary market availability and demand dynamics can differ from those of standard bullion coins, which is worth factoring into a purchasing decision.
Gold coins from the Royal Canadian Mint are broadly recognized across the global precious metals market, and the .9999 fineness of this issue is a universally understood quality standard that supports resale across dealer networks, auction platforms, and private transactions. The commemorative character of this particular coin means it appeals to both bullion buyers and collectors, which can broaden the pool of potential buyers when it comes time to sell.
We operate a two-way market, meaning customers can both purchase and sell precious metals through our platform at competitive buyback pricing. Evaluating the bid side of the transaction alongside the ask before buying is a practice we actively encourage, and our product pages are structured to make that comparison straightforward rather than requiring separate research.
This coin offers a combination of attributes that make it more than a standard bullion purchase. It is struck in .9999 fine gold by one of the most respected sovereign mints in the world, carries legal tender status in Canada, and commemorates a historically significant event in North American history. For collectors and bullion buyers alike, those characteristics create a more layered ownership experience than an anonymous round or generic bar.
The quarter-ounce format makes it a practical choice for those building a diversified gold holding across multiple pieces rather than concentrating holdings in single large denominations. The defined commemorative scope of the 2012 series also means this coin will not be re-struck indefinitely, giving it a finite supply profile that distinguishes it from annually issued bullion programs.
We founded this business on the principle that trust, once lost in this industry, is rarely recovered. That philosophy shapes everything from how we price products to how we handle post-purchase support. Pricing is structured around real-time market conditions and displayed transparently, including the bid/ask spread, so buyers understand the complete picture of what they are paying and what the product is worth on the sell side at any given moment.
We hold an A rating with the Better Business Bureau and maintain active memberships in both the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association. Our authorized dealer status with PCGS and NGC reflects our commitment to operating within the standards that professional numismatic organizations uphold. Every product is verified for authenticity, weight, and purity before it ships. Our goal is not to close a transaction but to earn a long-term relationship built on consistent, transparent service.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members direct access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing across a broad range of products, including fractional gold commemoratives like this one. Rather than relying on indicative retail prices, Pro members see real-time pricing that reflects actual wholesale market conditions, including how premiums, spreads, and liquidity shift as supply and demand evolve. For a coin like the 2012 War of 1812 quarter-ounce gold issue, where both collector demand and bullion buyer interest can influence pricing dynamics, that level of market visibility is genuinely useful.
Portfolio valuation through Pro is based on live executable wholesale bid prices rather than estimated retail values, giving members a more accurate picture of what their holdings are worth under current market conditions. Proprietary research and comparison tools allow members to evaluate this coin alongside other fractional gold products using objective metrics such as premium percentile rankings, spread tightness, and liquidity indicators, supporting more informed decisions on both the buy and sell side of every transaction.
We support a wide range of payment methods to accommodate different buyer preferences and transaction sizes. Accepted options include Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, and cryptocurrency via BitPay. Each method is processed through a secure platform designed to protect sensitive financial information throughout the transaction.
Whether you are making a single fractional gold purchase or building a larger position across multiple products, the checkout process is designed to be straightforward and secure at every step. If you have questions about payment options or want to discuss a larger purchase, our support team is available to assist directly.
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