1/2 oz 2026 50th Anniversary of the CN Tower Proof Gold Coin | Royal Canadian Mint

Greatness cast in gold: Honouring 50 years of the CN Tower.

Soaring above Toronto’s skyline, the CN Tower stands as more than an engineering feat—it is a testament to Canadian ingenuity and vision, beautifully captured on this 99.99% pure gold coin. Since its opening in 1976, Canada’s tallest tower has transcended its original role as a telecommunications structure to become a defining landmark, both for Toronto and Canada. On your coin’s reverse, it seems to rise even higher—radiating pride for the 50 years since this Canadian icon first opened and echoing the determination and innovative spirit that have shaped Canada’s story.

Inspiring wonder since 1976.

COIN HIGHLIGHTS

• The CN Tower turns 50. Celebrate five decades of groundbreaking innovation and Canadian engineering excellence! This gold coin showcases the CN Tower, one of Canada’s most iconic landmarks.
• Basking in a golden glow. Gleaming in 99.99% pure gold (with a mirror-like finish), the CN Tower basks in a light worthy of its legacy as a Canadian engineering marvel.
• A Canadian icon turns 50. Join the RCM in celebrating the 50th anniversary of the opening of the CN Tower, Canada’s skyline icon and a modern wonder that held the title of the world’s tallest free-standing structure for over 30 years.
• A rarity. Just 800 coins—a very low mintage—are available worldwide.
• Includes serialized certificate. The Royal Canadian Mint certifies all of its collector coins.
• No GST/HST.

PACKAGING

Your coin is encapsulated and presented in a black Royal Canadian Mint-branded clamshell with a black beauty box.

CASTING A SYMBOLIC SHADOW

An adapted maple leaf mirrors the CN Tower’s shadow, its tip and stem perfectly aligned to symbolize national pride and strength—the emblem of a nation whose spirit rises as high as its tallest landmark!

DID YOU KNOW?

Today, the CN Tower is best known as a world-class tourist attraction that draws nearly 2 million visitors each year, but it was originally conceived as a state-of-the-art telecommunications tower to boost broadcast signals across Toronto. Construction began on February 6, 1973, with its distinctive Y-shaped concrete core rising steadily through a continuous slipform process. Just two years later, in March 1975, a helicopter lifted the antenna into place, bringing the Tower to its full height of 553.33 metres (1,815 feet).

The reverse design by Canadian artist Neil Hamelin commemorates the 50th anniversary (“1976-2026”) of the opening of the CN Tower by featuring an upwards perspective of Canada’s tallest landmark. From this low-angle view, the Tower’s height and elegance are emphasized, its soaring form accentuated by the elongated silhouettes of nearby buildings. Bathing in golden light the maple leaf’s tip and stem echo the shadow cast by the Tower—a powerful reflection of Canadian pride and spirit. The obverse features the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III by Canadian artist Steven Rosati.

ABOUT THE ROYAL CANADIAN MINT

The Royal Canadian Mint is known as one of the most reputable mints in the world. The Ottawa Branch of the Royal Mint opened in 1908 and was renamed The Royal Canadian Mint in 1931 when control was transferred to the Canadian government. Their high standards for excellence and quality allowed them to be the first refinery to manufacture 9999 fine gold bullion coins in 1982, as well as the first to reach 99999 fine gold purity in 1998.