Comes with Certificate of Authenticity
It comes in its original mint issued box with a Certificate of Authenticity.
This piece has been graded by NGC as PF 69 UCAM and is identified with the serial number 1559600-001.
This piece has been graded by ICG as PR 69 DCAM.
This piece has been graded by NGC as PF 69 UCAM and is identified with the serial number 1835668-115.
This piece has been graded by NGC as PF 69 UCAM and is identified with the serial number 1565192-163.
This legal tender proof silver coin is colorized at the mint and comes as shown in a mint issued presentation case with a Certificate of Authenticity. This coin was struck from one-half ounce of .999 fine silver and the total mintage authorized by the Government of Palau was limited to 3,000 pieces.
The reverse of this coin features three running horses. Proof mirror finish and delicate frosting in the fields contrast to create a backgroung ying-yang design, bringing everything in the Universe into balance. The coin comes in a presentation case with an individually numbered certificate of Authenticity. Total mintage on this coin was limited to 2,000 pieces.
The reverse of this coin features a beautiful colored horse and foal in the foreground and a setting sun in the background. This coin comes as shown in a presentation case with an individually numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Total mintage was limited to 1,000 coins.
Argentina – Julio Argentino Roca – 100 Pesos – 2003 – Pick 357 – Crisp Uncirculated
Argentina – Manuel Belgrano – 10 Australes – 1985 – Pick 322 – Crisp Uncirculated
The Arabian horse is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful breeds of horses, with a reputation for intelligence, high spirit and outstanding stamina. The Arabian is one of the most easily recognized breeds in the world with a fine wedge-shaped head, a broad forehead, large dark eyes and a small muzzle with large nostrils.
The long-standing Chinese horse culture is characterized by its profoundness and extensiveness. With a brilliant and advanced horse culture, China was among the first nations to raise horses. More than 5,000 years ago, Chinese people began using carts pulled by horses. During the Zhou Dynasty (about 1100-221BC), horses were generally divided into six categories: the stud horse, military horse, ceremonial horse, post horse, hunting horse and fatigue horse. A relatively complete horse administration organization had been built up in the Qin and Han dynasties (221BC-AD220). About 300,000 horses were raised in the frontier northwestern regions in the Han Dynasty (206BC-AD220), and at the beginning of the Tang Dynasty (618 – 907) the number increased to 700,000, with the administration having been greatly improved. More than 7,000 fine breeds of horses were introduced from remote western regions to improve the quality of military horses. The thriving of horse breeding not only played an important role in national defense, but also propelled cultural communications between China and other nations in the west.
The British refer to a horse used primarily for pleasure rides as a “Hack”, although the horse depicted on this crown seems to be a bit spirited for the term Hack. In any event, this beautiful piece would make a nice addition to any collection.
Wild horses are descendants of Spanish horses brought to the New World in the 1500’s by the Conquistadors. In the 1800’s, the Spanish stock began to mix with European horses — favored by the settlers, trappers and miners — that had escaped or been turned out by their owners. The wild horses were in demand until tractors and other mechanical means replaced them. Then, they were pushed back into the most arid, hostile public lands that are left. Yet they still survive!
Over the years I have handled many Chinese Lunar Series pieces, but these are among the nicest I have ever seen. —1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002—People born in the Year of the Horse are popular. They are cheerful, skillful with money, and perceptive, although they sometimes talk too much. The are wise, talented, good with their hands, and sometimes have a weakness for members of the opposite sex. They are impatient and hot-blooded about everything except their daily work. They like entertainment and large crowds. They are very independent and rarely listen to advice.
For several years I have been trying to find enough coins and currency depicting horses to put together a nice set and have finally succeeded. This beautiful set of seven Brilliant Uncirculated world coins and three Crisp Uncirculated world banknotes contains issues from the following countries: Andorra, Iceland, North Korea, Lithuania, Nagorno Karabakh, Somalia, Uruguay, Iraq, Mongolia and Transnistra. This would make a perfect gift for any horse lover or collector of world coins and/or banknotes.
The XXVIII Olympiad, held in Athens, Greece was the first time since the first modern Olympics were revived in Athens in the summer games of 1896 that the games returned to their country of ancient origin. The 1896 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the I Olympiad, were held in 1896 in Athens, Greece. These games were the first modern Summer Olympic Games and the first Games since Roman emperor Theodosius I banned the Ancient Olympic Games in 393 as part of the Christian campaign against paganism.
Great Britain – New Royal Exchange London – 43mm – 1844 – White Metal – Wellington Statue The statue of Wellington dates back to 1844 and is said to be cast in the metal of captured French guns. Engraving by Davis, Birmingham
Isle of Man – Beijing Olympics – Equestrian – Proof Silver Crown – 2008 – Mint Box – COA
This dramatic uncirculated crown was issued by the Isle of Man in 1997 to commemorate one of the key events in English history in the last millennium, the Norman conquest in 1066. Of interest on the reverse of this world coin is the inclusion of a stylized Halley’s Comet taken from the famous Bayeux Tapestry. This would make a great addition to any world coins collection or a wonderful gift for the student of history significant in your life.
In 1985 the Isle of Man began issuing coinage honoring Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, and significant events within her life. It is a wonderful, nostalgic series that can be appreciated by any admirer of the House of Windsor and the Queen Mother, as well as those whose lives can find some reflection in the notable events this dynamic woman’s life has spanned. This brilliant uncirculated legal tender Crown is but one in this commemorative series and would be a welcome addition to any collection of world coins.
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