Cameroon: Slavic Bestiary - Alkonost 2 oz Silver 2024 Proof

Cameroon: Slavic Bestiary - Alkonost 2 Ounces Silver 2024 Proof is a piece from the "Slavic Bestiary" series, depicting the Alkonost – a mythical creature from Slavic folklore with the body of a bird and the head of a woman. It was believed that its song brought joy and happiness, while its wings dispersed sorrow.

The coin is minted from pure Ag.999 silver, weighing 2 troy ounces, with a diameter of 38.61 mm, in a proof standard. This collectible has a limited mintage of 2000 pieces. Furthermore, each coin serves as a legal tender and carries the guarantee of the government of Cameroon regarding its authenticity, metal purity, and origin.

Obverse of the coin features the coat of arms of Cameroon along with the inscription "RÉPUBLIQUE DU CAMEROUN". The obverse also includes information about the year, purity, weight, and face value of the coin.

Reverse depicts the Alkonost – a creature from Slavic mythology with the body of a bird and the head of a woman. The reverse also includes the inscriptions "ALKONOST" and "SLAVIC BESTIARY".