HUGE $1 The Sacred Myth of Devils Tower Ø 65mm 155.55g Mesa Grande

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The new $1 Devils Tower Ø 65mm 155.55g from Mesa Grande, 2022, Copper 999‰, weight 155.55g, Ø 65mm, thickness up to 5 mm, Glossy Unreleased in a mintage of 1,500 copies.A side depicts the wild bear Mato who, according to Sioux legend, hunted 2 brothers by carving grooves in the rock that “leaped” to protect them. Finally, Mato retreated , leaving the two boys alone and scared at the top of the mountain. The story ends as the two boys are carried back to their village on the wings of Wanblee, a giant eagle. These rocks are sacred in Native American culture and are called Bear Lodge .

 

 

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Commemorating a special period in American history, this highly unique 5oz copper coin depicts Devils Tower from the Sioux myth of the same name. . From the now popular “Freedom of Life” series, the signature detail of this cut is a gorgeous high relief finish.

With a massive 65mm diameter, the landscape surrounding the bear comes incredibly alive. With only 1500 pieces available worldwide, you could be part of a unique group of collectors!

Your coin will come with a certificate of authenticity and is placed in an airtight capsule.

the new $1 dollar Devils Tower Ø 65mm 155.55g from Mesa Grande, 2022, Copper 999‰, weight 155.55g, Ø 65mm, thickness up to 5mm, Shiny Uncirculated mintage of 1,500 copies.

The a side depicts the wild bear Mato who according to the legend of the Sioux hunted 2 brothers by carving grooves in the rock that “leaped” to protect them. Eventually, Mato retreated, leaving the two boys alone and scared at the top of the mountain. The story ends as the two boys are transported back to their village on the wings of Wanblee, a giant eagle. These rocks are sacred in Native American culture and are called Bear Lodge.

Today, visiting Devils Tower offers a journey full of Native American cultural discoveries. The area is still an active, sacred site and is considered a place of spiritual significance and cultural history by over two dozen Native American tribes! Many traditional and modern cultural and spiritual ritual activities. Including prayer offerings, vision quests and the Sun Dance, they are held on site throughout the year.

HIGH RELIEF: These coins were struck in excellent High Relief (HR) for maximum contrast with designs.

MINT IN PURE COPPER – Each coin was struck in a whopping five ounces of ultra-pure 99.9% fine copper and measures 65mm in diameter.

OFFICIAL CIRCULATION – These five ounce copper coins are legal tender and have a face value of $1 in the Mesa Grande Nation of California, a federally recognized American Indian tribe.

LOW LIMITED EDITION – The maximum mintage for the 2023 Mesa Grande Nation “Devils Tower” High Relief coin in BU grade has been set at just 1500 pieces.

Specifications
Weight 0,14 kg
Country

USA

Year

2023

Βάρος

5 oz

Metal

Copper