Silver Coin Slavic Beasts: Utopiec 2 oz Silver 2026

The Slavic Bestiary: Utopiec 2 oz Silver 2026 Coin is the second issue in the Slavic Bestiary series, inspired by ancient beliefs and legends of the Slavic peoples. The coin was struck from 2 ounces 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 marshes. In folk tales, it was a creature inhabiting the depths and swampy surroundings, where it lay in wait for careless travelers. Its figure was associated with unexplained disappearances and tragic drownings, making it a symbol of the untamed power of nature and the secrets hidden by water. Depending on the region, it was seen both as a malevolent being and as a guardian of watery wildernesses who had to be treated with respect.

The coin was struck from 2 ounces of Ag 999 silver, has a diameter of 38.61 mm, and a face value of 1000 CFA. The mintage is limited to 2,000 pieces. Each coin is placed in a protective capsule.

The 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 an intricately decorated background full of plant and animal motifs inspired by the underwater world. The finely crafted details create an exceptionally decorative composition, emphasizing the artistic character of the coin.

The reverse depicts the Utopiec emerging from dark marshes. This mythical creature, with its gaunt silhouette, 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 inclusion in the series dedicated to Slavic legends.