2025 Cook Islands Samurai 5 oz Silver Ultra High Relief Proof Coin

Following on from the tremendous success of the Iron Knight, the next impressive fighter is the samurai.

A samurai was a member of the warrior class in feudal Japan who played a central role in Japanese society from around the 12th to the 19th century. He was a highly skilled warrior who was beholden to the daimyō (feudal lord) for his service. Samurai wore special armor and were the best experts in the use of weapons, especially the katana, a curved long sword that was considered a symbol of their class.

The samurai followed a strict code of honour, the bushido, which emphasized discipline, courage, respect and loyalty. Today, they stand for discipline, honor and martial arts worldwide. Their story inspires literature, movies and pop culture.

This ultra-high relief coin shows in an extraordinary way the intricate details of the armor and the determined, fearsome look of the fighter, making him a very real opponent. And all in proof quality and with partial nanoshine elements.