Mintage: 1 unique, world-exclusive coin
Diameter: 180 mm

Its deeply carved images resonated with art lovers in 2013, and again in 2015, when the cedar masterpiece was introduced to coin collectors in the form of a five-kilogram fine silver coin.

Now, boldly reimagined as a 10-kilogram 99.99% pure Canadian gold coin with responsibly sourced New Zealand abalone inlays and a mintage of just one (1) coin worldwide, The Dance Screen (The Scream Too) by acclaimed Haida master carver Chief James Hart (7IDANsuu) delivers a powerful visual statement that is just as timely today. Its elaborate Haida figures call upon us to honour the Salmon’s role in nature and in the Haida way of life.

James Hart’s (7IDANsuu) original sculpture is a true one-of-a-kind, both in the context of Haida art and in the broader context of art production, making it an especially apt subject for this extraordinary large-format coin with a unique mintage. And as part of the Royal Canadian Mint’s Opulence collection, this “one of one” 10-kilogram coin redefines numismatic fine art by casting a rarefied glow over the elaborately carved details that make for an unforgettable art experience.

About the coin

Impeccably crafted in 99.99% pure Canadian gold, The Dance Screen (The Scream Too) features an impressive 180-millimetre diameter and weighs a hefty 10 kilograms. The coin’s reverse re- creates carved images from the original red cedar panel carved by Chief James Hart (7IDANsuu). It brings together traditional Haida figures—a Shaman, the Beaver, Raven, Eagle, Frog, Orca and Mother Bear with cubs—whose life deeply depends on the Salmon, represented in human and animal form along the edge. Six pearlescent pieces of responsibly sourced New Zealand abalone are also inlayed along the coin’s edge, where their aquatic hues shimmer in the light and their shapes resemble the Haida copper shields that serve as traditional markers of wealth. On the obverse, an engraved sketch rendering of a portion of the carving fills the field behind the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III by Canadian artist Steven Rosati.

Art on display

Haida art isn’t limited to the coin’s reverse. Displayed in a square capsule enclosure, this one-of-one 10-kilogram pure gold coin is accompanied by a serialized certificate in a hardcover book format, and is presented in a top-of-the-line Royal Canadian Mint–branded wood case. The luxury collector’s box is made of red cedar—a nod to the type of wood used for the original carving—and is topped with a decorated Haida copper shield fashioned by James Hart (7IDANsuu) for this ultra-rare collecting opportunity. All of this will be placed inside a watertight, crush- and dust-proof Pelican Case for secure shipping, and to protect your art acquisition.

For full cataloguing, essay and images in PDF format, please click here.

To view the Royal Canadian Mint's publication on this coin in PDF format, please click here.

Please note that the limited coin preview dates are:

Heffel Vancouver: Friday, October 18 to Sunday, October 20

Heffel Toronto: Saturday, November 16 to Tuesday, November 19

All prices are in Canadian Dollars