Jimi Hendrix - 1 Oz - Silver Collector Coin

Jimi Hendrix is a revolutionary figure in the history of rock music, transforming the electric guitar from a mere instrument into a vehicle for profound artistic expression during the tumultuous cultural period of the 1960s.

The obverse of the coin features the likeness of King Charles III. His Majesty is depicted here in relief from the left profile without a crown on his head. The artist of this likeness of Tuvalu and other South Pacific coins is Jody Clark.

The reverse of the coin features a vividly colored field that includes a photograph of Hendrix performing at the Northern California Folk-Rock Festival in San Jose in May 1969. Hendrix embodied not only the early use of electric guitars, but also the legendary flamboyance of the 1960s with his patterned scarves and psychedelic patterns on his clothing.

Despite a tragically short career that lasted barely four years before his untimely death in 1970, Hendrix left an indelible mark on music history with groundbreaking albums like "Are You Experienced" and iconic performances like his legendary rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" at Woodstock in 1969. His musical genius was matched by his powerful stage presence and innovative fashion sense that embodied the counterculture spirit of the time, challenging racial and musical stereotypes while pushing the boundaries of artistic expression.