Item Description
The 2020 2 oz Silver Kraken Coin is the inaugural release in the Creatures of the North Series from the Royal Canadian Mint. Struck from 2 troy ounces of .9999 fine silver, this Brilliant Uncirculated coin blends legendary maritime mythology with the Royal Canadian Mint’s renowned bullion craftsmanship.
The Kraken has long been one of the most enduring legends of the sea. For centuries, sailors told tales of massive tentacled creatures lurking beneath the ocean’s surface, capable of dragging ships into the depths. While these stories were often exaggerated, they may have been inspired by encounters with enormous deep-sea animals such as giant squid.
With its larger 2 oz format and dramatic design, the Kraken coin offers both strong bullion value and collectible appeal. Issued as legal tender by Canada with a $10 CAD face value, this coin represents a unique fusion of mythology and modern silver bullion artistry.
Round Highlights
Contains 2 Troy oz of .9999 fine silver
First release in the Creatures of the North Series
Produced by the Royal Canadian Mint
Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition
Legal tender with $10 CAD face value
Reverse design by Gerald Gloade
Ships in protective plastic flips or tubes of 14 coins
Popular mythology-themed bullion coin
Design Details
The Creatures of the North Series explores legendary beings from northern folklore and maritime mythology. The Kraken, one of the most feared sea monsters in sailor lore, symbolizes the mystery and danger associated with unexplored oceans.
Struck in a thicker 2 oz format, the coin provides enhanced depth and detail that highlight the dramatic nature of the Kraken design.
Obverse
The obverse features the right-facing effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Susanna Blunt in 2003. Surrounding inscriptions include the face value, issuing country, and year of issue (2020).
Reverse
The reverse depicts a massive Kraken rising from the ocean depths and attacking a wooden sailing ship, with its powerful tentacles tearing the vessel apart. This dramatic scene captures the terror and mystery sailors once associated with the unknown seas.
