From the sky to the sea—the followup to 2024’s The Hunter, this 2 oz. 99.99% pure silver coin from the Royal Canadian Mint dives into the cool Pacific waters for an unforgettable view of the Orca, guardian of the sea. The selectively gold-plated design by Kwakiutl artist Jason Hunt is styled to resemble a hand-carved cedar panel, with the engraved woodgrain pattern and rope-shaped rim on both sides completing the look. On the reverse, the expressive forms and flowing lines convey chaos amid the waves, as the Orca hunts the Salmon on a moonlit night. It is an exquisite tribute to the guardian spirit that traditionally represents family and strength, and a gorgeous snapshot of Kwakwaka’wakw culture.
KEY FEATURES
- Crafted in 2 oz. of 99.99% pure silver, with selective gold plating highlighting the formline design style that is characteristic of Northwest Coast art.
- On both the reverse and obverse, an engraved wood-grain pattern fills the field, mimicking the look of a Kwakiutl wood panel.
- No easy feat: A decorative rim resembling a cedar bark rope frame is engraved on both sides of the coin.
- Artist Jason Hunt comes from a long line of internationally renowned carvers and artists who have been instrumental in the survival and resurgence of Kwakiutl art.
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