23 of 100, and includes its original Certificates of Authenticity, making it an especially desirable collector's item. 26.15 grams (0.84 troy oz). Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Arnold Machin (London). Edward's Crown flanked by the heraldic "Royal Beasts" - the White Lion of Mortimer and the Yale of Beaufort, symbols of royal lineage. 1978 25th Anniversary of the Coronation issue, featuring the Queen and regalia St.
Edward's Crown, Sceptre with Cross, Rarotonga Staff God. RAROTONGA, COOK ISLANDS - 7 SEP 1978 - First Day of Issue. C/O Post Office Philatelic Bureau, Rarotonga, Cook Islands. Issued to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's Coronation on 2 June 1953, this limited edition set captures the grandeur of the occasion with the heraldic "Royal Beasts" - symbolic guardians of the monarchy.This is among the most sought-after Cook Islands Pacific Commemoratives issues, combining a Franklin Mint sterling proof coin, commemorative stamp sheet, and official first day postmark - a superb collector's presentation. The item pictured is authentic and is the item you will receive. Thank you and good luck. Any statement regarding grading and condition are subjective and represent our best opinion.
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