4103) "The Hunter", Canada: A $100 (Hundred Dollars) Silver Coin minted by the Royal Canadian Mint (RCM) features the Eagle in a selectively gold-plated design by Kwakiutl artist Jason Hunt and styled to resemble a hand-carved cedar panel, with the engraved woodgrain pattern and rope-shaped rim on both sides completing the look: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2024:
New Generation Coin Series:
In this design of 2024, "The Hunter" makes the leap from 2 oz. to 10 oz. of 99.99% pure silver in 2025, now with an exceptional Proof finish for unmatched brilliance.
The Eagle is resplendent in yellow gold plating, as is the Orca’s fin seen moving through the waves below. Both sides of the coin feature an engraved woodgrain pattern that mimics the straight-grained look of western red cedar, while the twisted cedar rope frame has been brought in slightly to form a tighter fit around this 10 oz.-sized work of contemporary Kwakiutl art.
Inspired by elaborate wood panels hand-carved by Kwakiutl artist Jason Henry Hunt, the reverse design features the formline style that is characteristic of Northwest Coast art, with yellow gold plating accentuating the flowing lines and ovoid shapes that tell the story.
On both the Reverse and Obverse, an engraved woodgrain pattern fills the field and mimics the straight‑grained appearance of western red cedar.
"The Hunter" – 10 oz. Fine Silver Coin:
The master of the skies returns to stun on this 10 oz. edition.
Ancestral storytelling recounted in modern times.
Paying homage to the rich cultural heritage of the Kwakiutl (Tsaxis) peoples of the Kwakwaka’wakw nation, The Hunter features two culturally significant species: the Eagle, believed to have the closest relationship to the Creator; and the Orca, a guardian spirit symbolizing protection and community.
Rope frame. To complete the look of a Kwakiutl-carved wood panel, a cedar bark rope frame encircles the engraving on both sides of the coin.
Includes a special art card and serialised certificate. Your coin comes with a serialized certificate of authenticity and a special insert featuring the artist’s original sketch, image of the coin model and an explanation of the design.
The Obverse features the effigy of Charles III
- This 10 oz. 99.99% pure silver coin dives into the cool Pacific waters for an unforgettable view of the Orca, guardian of the sea.
Grow your personal art collection with a second Kwakiutl wood panel.
The Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
Encapsulated and presented in a black Royal Canadian Mint-branded clamshell with a black beauty box, the coin comes with a special art card featuring the artist’s original sketch, image of the coin model and a brief explanation of the design.
The specifications of this Coin are:
"The Hunter" – 10 oz. Fine Silver Coin - 2024
Mintage: 750 pieces
Metal Composition: 99.99% pure silver with yellow gold plating.
Weight: 311.54 g (or 10.00 oz)
Diameter/Size: 76.25 mm
Edge: Serrated
Face Value/Denomination: $100 (Hundred Dollars)
Coin Quality/Finish: Proof
Packaging: Black clamshell with black beauty box
Designers: Jason Henry Hunt (Reverse), Steven Rosati (Obverse)
Highlights:
- Designer Jason Hunt is of Kwaguilth descent and comes from a long line of internationally renowned Kwakiutl carvers and artists.
- The Hunter features two culturally significant species: the Eagle, believed to have the closest relationship to the Creator; and the Orca, a guardian spirit symbolizing protection and community.
- The look of a Kwakiutl carved wood panel:
Inspired by elaborate wood panels hand-carved by Kwakiutl artist Jason Henry Hunt, the reverse design features the formline style that is characteristic of Northwest Coast art, with yellow gold plating accentuating the flowing lines and ovoid shapes that tell the story.
- Wood-grain pattern:
On both the reverse and obverse, an engraved woodgrain pattern fills the field and mimics the straight-grained appearance of western red cedar.
Wood panels are a newer art medium and a contemporary form of the centuries-old carving traditions of the Kwakiutl (Tsaxis) peoples of the Kwakwaka’wakw nation. Framed by braided cedar bark, the designs may be painted, sandblasted or carved as a relief, and may even include inlaid shells or metals. The artist behind this coin design, Jason Hunt, is known to limit his use of power tools when creating carved panels, opting instead for more traditional methods of roughing out and finishing his work.
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