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Clan Animals: Bear – ¾ oz. Fine Silver Coin

Silver 2026 Mintage 10,000
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Clan Animals: Bear – ¾ oz. Fine Silver Coin

Silver 2026 Mintage 10,000
$219.95 CAD
Masters Club: 2,200 Status: CAN & US shipping only
Availability: Out of stock in stores
Shipping: Expected to be shipped on Jun 23

About

Honouring Mukwa—protector, healer, guardian.

The second of the Clan Animals, Mukwa (Bear) stands as a steadfast presence among the Anishinabek, embodying care, peacemaking and the knowledge to restore balance. Closely attuned to the rhythms of the land and the cycle of the seasons, Mukwa is revered as both guardian and guide—one who teaches and safeguards the people while nurturing their well-being.

This ¾ oz. 99.99% pure silver coin speaks to the quiet power and resolute spirit of Mukwa, the protector whose strength and restorative wisdom help shield the community from harm.

Second coin in the Clan Animals series.

Special features

  • Second in a three-part series. The three-coin Clan Animals series celebrates clan animals central to Anishinabek identity and teachings. Each work reflects their enduring role as spiritual guides and living links between the Anishinabek and the animal world.
  • A first-time collaboration. We’re proud to feature the work of Mark Nadjiwan in this three-coin series—his first collaboration with the Royal Canadian Mint. Mark is a member of Neyaashiinigmiing Unceded First Nation near Owen Sound, Ontario, part of the Anishinabek Nation. His striking pen-and-ink style, inspired by the Woodland tradition, is recognized across Canada and internationally. Through his unique artistic voice, Mark brings powerful cultural storytelling to life, and we’re honoured to showcase his work in this meaningful series.
  • Complete the story. Collect all three coins in this series:
    • Coin 1: Sandhill Crane (March 31ᵗʰ)
    • Coin 2: Bear (June 16ᵗʰ)
    • Coin 3: Otter (October 6ᵗʰ)
  • A subscription exclusive. You can purchase the three Clan Animals coins individually, or subscribe to the series! Each subscription guarantees a complete set and unlocks a special bonus: an RCM-branded black clamshell case that holds all three coins together—a free collector exclusive.
  • Limited mintage. Crafted in ¾ oz. of 99.99% pure silver with a limited mintage of 10,000.
  • 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.

Features

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Enhanced with colour

A sleek, contemporary palette pairs bold, elemental forms—like the sun, rendered here in striking red, and the blue water—with the understated elegance of soft earth tones.

Specifications

Product Number 252595
Mintage 10,000
Composition 99.99% pure silver
Weight 23.17 g
Diameter 36.07 mm
Edge Serrated
Face Value $15
Finish Proof
Packaging Black clamshell with black beauty box
Artist Mark V. Nadjiwan (reverse), Steven Rosati (obverse)

DID YOU KNOW?

Members of the Bear Clan often serve as protectors and peacekeepers, their strength and authority helping to uphold justice while offering community support.

Design & Artist

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Reverse

Mark V. Nadjiwan

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Obverse

Steven Rosati

Designed by Anishinaabe artist Mark V. Nadjiwan, the coin’s reverse is set in a forest, where the red midday sun hangs high in the sky. Mukwa (the Bear) follows a blue forest stream, with black spruce rising up on one bank and a birch tree brightening the other. The obverse features the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III by Canadian artist Steven Rosati. 

Mark V. Nadjiwan, Artist

“Mukwa Doodem (Bear Clan) is a near universal clan animal among the Indigenous Peoples of North America, and this includes the Anishinabek Nation. It is believed that among all those in the more-than-human world with whom people share the Earth, Indigenous Peoples have long believed that Mukwa possesses the most human-like qualities, and so, has much to teach us about life and ourselves. Mukwa is also said to possess intimate knowledge of the plant world and, thus, their medicinal properties; in this way, Mukwa is also understood to be a teacher and healer among the People. But perhaps more than this, Mukwa’s principal role as a clan animal is that of a protector and guardian. Mukwa’s strength and wisdom serve as a formidable protection to ensure the safety and well-being of the Anishinabek. Today, some communities are aligning their various administration functions with traditional clan roles and responsibilities. To this end, community policing and law enforcement are designated as Bear Clan, for the reasons stated above.”

Mark V. Nadjiwan, Artist

Alicia Cook Sapene, Product Manager

“It was an honour to collaborate with artist Mark Nadjiwan on the Clan Animals series. I was deeply moved by the meaning behind each clan animal, and I was captivated by Mark’s precise, powerful style. Our team took great care to preserve his vision, enhancing each coin with engraved textures beneath the paint to elevate the storytelling. This series is a tribute to the teachings these animals carry, messages we hope will resonate with collectors and be shared for generations to come.”

Alicia Cook Sapene, Product Manager

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