Nuxalk Grave Marker, late 19th century

This is one of two grave figures that Charles F. Newcombe purchased at Talio, on South Bentinck Arm, in 1913. It would have marked the burial place of an important person and represented his or her family crests.
RBCM 2311.

Beaver, at the top of the pole, a crest of the deceased.

Grizzly Bear, standing with paws raised, also a crest of the deceased.