Composition: 99.99% pure silver. Weight (g): 157.6. Diameter (mm): 65.25. Packaging: Maroon clamshell with black beauty box. Finished size: 155 mm x 155 mm. Haida Gwaii is a place of astounding natural beauty; a land of ancient legends where mythical beings move about in the guise of familiar animals from our three-dimensional world. This mesmerizing new coin series portrays three of the most powerful supernatural beings from the realms of water, earth and sky. Second issue in this captivating series showcasing Haida art and culture. Beautifully crafted in the incomparable brilliance of 99.99% pure silver! Stunningly enhanced with red and black enamel to re-create the distinctive artistic style of Haida form line imagery, hailed as one of the most popular art forms from the Pacific Northwest. A limited work of art! Only 1,500 coins are available worldwidehighly collectible! An original and upscale keepsake for art collectors and anyone who has ever traveled to the Pacific Northwest and been captivated by these remote islands and the rich cultural heritage of the Haida people. Also available as a 3-coin subscription in a beautiful wood case. Haida artist April WhiteSgaana Jaad of the Yaghujaanaas Raven Clanhas created a mesmerizing image of an eagle dancing in the sky. Look closely and you will see a human form hidden beneath the eagle cloak. He articulates his arms inside the wings so they powerfully rise and fall with power to propel him upward with strength and command. As the Eagle readies himself to dance in the sky realm his voice sounds, while his feet in the talons keep the beat of a drum. He wears a dance apron tied around his waist. Adorned with a salmon head designit is at once dance regalia and tail feathers. The Eagles nighttime flight is illuminated by the light of a full moon that is represented by the circular outline of the design that also frames the eagles silhouette. Please wait for an invoice before paying. The item “2016 The Eagle-Realms of the Haida Proof $50 Silver Coin 5oz. 9999Fine(17600)NT” is in sale since Tuesday, January 31, 2017. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ Canada\Commemorative”. The seller is “gatewestcoins” and is located in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This item can be shipped to Canada, United States.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Canada
- Year: 2016
- Manufacturer: Royal Canadian Mint