Contains 1 oz of .999 fine Silver.
Obverse: A beautiful depiction of a Sioux chief is shown protecting his land. He is outfitted in ceremonial dress, with a large headdress and a beautiful ornate sash, and is carrying a rifle. Behind him sits a decorated tepee.
Reverse: Depicts a 19th century Indian war shield. On the shield are two buffaloes colliding in combat as well as a tepee and banner with the name of the tribe. The eight tepees represent the districts of the Oglala Sioux reservation.
These are non-circulating, legally authorized coins by a federally recognized sovereign nation, but are not legal tender.
Royalties from the sale of these coins assist Native American charities and raise tribal awareness.