1978 Cook Islands Proof Set - 8 Coins - Franklin Mint

Overview

A 1978 Cook Islands Proof Set Comprising Eight Coins, Minted In Limited Edition By The Franklin Mint Under The Authority Of The Government Of The Cook Islands. The Set Commemorates The 250Th Anniversary Of The Birth Of Captain James Cook, With Each Coin Bearing A Special Edgemark. The $5 Coin Is Minted In .500 Fine Silver. The Set Is Presented In Its Original Cream Leatherette Case With A Satin-Lined Lid Bearing The Cook Islands Coat Of Arms And Gold Lettering. An Original Certificate Of Authenticity Is Present, Dated Nov 13 1978 And Signed By T.R.A.H. Davis, Premier. An Information Card Regarding The Coin Of The Realm Proof Set Is Also Present, Bearing Serial Number D119243.

Set Contents

* 1 Cent
* 2 Cents
* 5 Cents
* 10 Cents
* 20 Cents
* 50 Cents
* $1
* $5 (.500 Fine Silver)

Condition Notes

The Coins Are Housed In Their Original Sealed Protective Display Card And Present With Proof Finish. Light Toning Is Visible On Some Of The Silver-Toned Coins. The Presentation Card Insert Shows Minor Age-Related Discolouration. The Cream Leatherette Case Exterior Displays Light Wear And Minor Soiling. The Case Interior Satin Lining Is Intact. The Certificate Of Authenticity Shows Minor Age Toning To The Paper But Remains Fully Legible.

Specifications

* Country: Cook Islands
* Year: 1978
* Set: 8-Coin Proof Set
* Mint: Franklin Mint
* $5 Coin Composition: .500 Fine Silver
* Commemoration: 250Th Anniversary Of The Birth Of Captain James Cook
* Coa: Present, Dated Nov 13 1978
* Serial Number: D119243FR
779173+45

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