At Silver Jack’s Tally, we know that the most valuable collectable coins are those that carry the weight of a nation’s soul. Our "The Kingdom: A Hawaiian Legacy" coin is designed to bridge the gap between recorded history and the whispered legends of the islands. While the obverse pays homage to the strength of the Hawaiian monarchy, it is the tragic and beautiful story of Princess Kaʻiulani that breathes life into this piece. She was the last hope of a sovereign kingdom, a woman who fought the rising tide of foreign annexation not with swords, but with dignity and intellect.
The Crown, The Skull, and The Spirit of Aloha
The Peacock Princess
Princess Kaʻiulani was far more than a figurehead; she was a fierce advocate for her people during Hawaiʻi’s darkest political hour. Educated abroad, she walked the halls of power in Europe and America, using her eloquence to plead the case for Hawaiian independence. While King Kamehameha had unified the islands through conquest a century prior, Kaʻiulani sought to save them through diplomacy. Her resilience in the face of the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom remains a poignant chapter of grace under pressure, embodying the true spirit of a leader who refused to let her culture vanish without a fight.
The Lore of the Lost Tally
Beyond the royal history, this coin delves into the shadows of island folklore with the design of the "Lost Tally." The skull depicted on the coin is not merely a symbol of mortality, but a reference to a legendary token said to be carried by the King’s secret network of warriors and rebels. According to the lore we’ve woven into this design, these skull-marked tallies were left behind at sacred grounds and ancient battle sites—a silent signal that the resistance was watching, and that the spirit of the sovereignty lived on in the shadows.
A Mystery Carved in Silver
Was the Lost Tally a mark of honor for those who protected the crown, or a curse left for those who sought to conquer it? The true meaning has been buried beneath centuries of volcanic soil and crashing surf, leaving only these artifacts as clues. We have captured this mystery in our design, creating one of the most intriguing collectable coins in our catalog. It invites you to look beyond the paradise of the postcards and touch the gritty, resilient history of the Kanaka Maoli.
A Heavyweight Tribute
We have crafted this piece to match the gravity of its story. Measuring 2 ¼ inches in diameter and weighing a substantial 2.5 ounces, "The Kingdom" is built for lasting durability. It is a heavy, tangible reminder of the beauty and the struggle of the Hawaiian Islands. Whether you view it as a tribute to the Princess’s unyielding grace or a token of the mysterious Lost Tally, this coin demands a place in any serious collection.
Secure Your Piece of the Legend
The story of Hawaiʻi is written in lava, ocean, and the hearts of its people. We invite you to own a piece of this powerful narrative. Don’t let this history fade into the mist; add this unique collectable coin to your cart today and keep the legacy of the Kingdom alive in your hands.