1979 Papua New Guinea - Silver Proof Set - Franklin Mint

1979 Papua New Guinea Silver Proof Set – Franklin Mint

This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire the 1979 Silver Proof Set from Papua New Guinea (PNG). These sets were originally struck in the United States by the Franklin Mint in extremely limited numbers, representing an important early issue of the newly independent nation's coinage.

The set beautifully portrays Papua New Guinea's extraordinary wildlife and national symbols, featuring the standard circulating designs for the year.

Key Features and Specifications

• Year of Issue: 1979
• Country: Papua New Guinea (PNG)
• Mint: Struck by the Franklin Mint (United States).
• Quality: Struck to Proof standard.
• Mintage: Struck in extremely limited numbers.
• Set Composition: The set contains 8 coins with mixed metal content, all featuring the standard circulating designs:
  • 10 Kina: Struck in Sterling Silver (.925 Fine), weighing 41 grams.
  • 5 Kina: Struck in 0.500 Silver, weighing 27.6 grams.
  • Five, Ten, Twenty Toeas and 1 Kina: Struck in Copper-nickel.
  • One and Two Toeas: Struck from Copper plated zinc.
• Designs: Coins feature a variety of PNG's unique wildlife and national symbols (standard circulating designs).
• Originality: Includes the original Certificate of Authenticity.

Condition Note:

The set remains in fine condition considering its age. Images provided are of the actual item and represent the product you will receive.