1976 Cook Islands "Wildlife Conservation" Cachet with Silver Proof Coin

1976 Cook Islands "Wildlife Conservation" Cachet with Silver Proof Coin

This is a commemorative Philatelic Numismatic Cover (PNC) issued by the Cook Islands in 1976 as part of the "Wildlife Conservation" series.

Key features include:

• Silver Proof Coin: The cover includes a $5.00 proof silver coin (KM#15) with a total weight of 27.30g and a silver content of .4389 oz. (500/1000). The coin has a mintage of 28,000.
  • Obverse: The obverse of the coin portrays Queen Elizabeth II.
  • Reverse: The reverse features a Mangara Kingfisher.
• First Day Cover (FDC): The cachet contains a $1.00 stamp which has been officially cancelled on its first day of issue, dated 15 November 1976, at Rarotonga, Cook Islands.
• Presentation: The FDC and coin are presented together in a sealed vinyl folder.

This is a collectible item that appeals to both philatelists (stamp collectors) and numismatists (coin and medal collectors), as well as those interested in wildlife conservation themes.