Silver Coin Slavic Beasts: Utopiec 1 oz Silver 2026

Silver Coin Slavic Bestiary: Utopiec 1 oz Silver 2026 is the second issue in the Slavic Bestiary series, inspired by the ancient beliefs and legends of the Slavic peoples. The coin was struck from 1 ounce of pure Ag 999 silver for the Republic of Cameroon and depicts one of the most mysterious water demons found in Slavic folklore.

For centuries, the Utopiec inspired fear among people living near rivers, lakes, and marshlands. In folk tales, it was a creature dwelling in the depths and in waterlogged areas, where it lurked for careless wanderers. Its figure was associated with unexplained disappearances and tragic drownings, making it a symbol of the untamed power of nature and the mysteries hidden by water. Depending on the region, it was regarded both as a malevolent being and as a guardian of watery wildernesses who was to be treated with respect.

The coin was struck from 1 ounce of Ag 999 silver, has a diameter of 38.61 mm, and a face value of 500 CFA. The mintage is limited to just 1,000 pieces. Each coin is placed in a protective capsule and delivered with a certificate of authenticity.

Obverse: features the coat of arms of the Republic of Cameroon together with the face value, with the year of issue placed above. The entire design is surrounded by a richly decorated background filled with plant and animal motifs inspired by the underwater world. Intricately crafted details create an exceptionally decorative composition, emphasizing the artistic character of the coin.

Reverse: depicts the Utopiec emerging from dark marshes. The mythical creature, with its gaunt figure, elongated limbs, and fish tail, is surrounded by dense wetland vegetation and numerous landscape elements such as reeds, water lilies, a frog, a dragonfly, and an old wooden wheel. The design is completed by the inscriptions “UTOPIEC” and “SLAVIC BESTIARY”, indicating the coin’s place in a series dedicated to Slavic legends.