1975 Papua New Guinea - Limited Edition Proof Coins in First Day of Issue Cachets

1975 Papua New Guinea (PNG) First Coinage Proof Set with First Day of Issue Cachets

Celebrate the birth of a nation with this historic 1975 Papua New Guinea First Coinage Proof Set, originally issued by the Franklin Mint. This set commemorates PNG's independence and its inaugural currency, an essential piece of Pacific numismatic history.

A Unique Commemorative Set

This collection goes beyond the coins, including Official First Day of Issue Cachets that uniquely pair the proof coinage with commemorative stamps honouring PNG's independence. It's a dual tribute to the nation's milestone in both numismatics and philately.

Coin Specifications (Proof Finish)

The set features eight proof coins in total, covering the full Kina and Toea denominations.

• 10 Kina Silver Proof:
  • Mintage: 79,000
  • Metal: .925 Silver
  • Weight: 41.6g
  • Diameter: 45mm
• 5 Kina Silver Proof:
  • Mintage: 67,000
  • Metal: .925 Silver
  • Weight: 27.6g
  • Diameter: 40mm
• 1 Kina Copper-nickel Proof:
  • Mintage: 67,000
  • Composition: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
  • Weight: 14.52g
  • Diameter: 33.72mm
• 20 Toea Copper-nickel Proof:
  • Mintage: 67,000
  • Composition: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
  • Weight: 11.3g
  • Diameter: 26.65mm
• 10 Toea Copper-nickel Proof:
  • Mintage: 67,000
  • Composition: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
  • Weight: 5.67g
  • Diameter: 23.72mm
• 5 Toea Copper-nickel Proof:
  • Mintage: 67,000
  • Composition: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
  • Weight: 2.83g
  • Diameter: 19.53mm
• 2 Toea Bronze Proof:
  • Mintage: 67,000
  • Composition: 97% Copper, 0.5% Tin, 2.5% Zinc
  • Weight: 4.15g
  • Diameter: 21.72mm
• 1 Toea Bronze Proof:
  • Mintage: 67,000
  • Composition: 97% Copper, 0.5% Tin, 2.5% Zinc
  • Weight: 2g
  • Diameter: 17.65mm

Condition and Presentation

The set is stored in its original collector folder. The coins remain in as-issued condition, perfectly preserved within the cachets. The covers themselves are in excellent condition.

While the outer folder shows minor wear, it has successfully protected its contents over the past five decades, keeping this important issue in superb state for the next custodian.

A unique and significant addition for any collector of Commonwealth, Pacific, or historical coinage