Eagles are large predatory birds that have been symbols of power, courage, and immortality since ancient times. The more than 50 species all belong to the HAWK family, Accipitridae, order Falconiformes. Eagles inhabit all major land regions except Antarctica and New Zealand. Although once abundant, some eagles are becoming rare and face extinction. One rare species is the bald eagle, Haliaeetus leucocephalus, the national emblem of the United States. Although protected by law, some large eagles are killed by farmers and gamekeepers or captured for use in falconry. In addition, the bald eagle, like other birds, has been affected by the widespread use of pesticides that, ingested, can weaken eggs.
All three notes will bear the same serial number (although not necessarily the same serial number you see on the notes depicted). A unique feature of this set is that when the backs are placed side by side, they create a Polar panoramic view.
New Zealand – Sir Apirana Ngata – Kokako – $50 – 2007 – Pick 188 – Crisp Uncirculated – The Kokako (Callaeas cinereus) is a forest bird which is endemic to New Zealand. It is slate-grey with wattles and a black mask. Previously widespread, Kokako populations throughout New Zealand have been decimated by the predations of mammalian invasive species such as possums, stoats, cats and rats and their range has contracted significantly. In the past this bird was called the New Zealand Crow even though it is not a crow at all, but looks like one from a distance. This polymer banknote was issued in 2007 and is in Crisp Uncirculated condition.
New Hebrides – Harbor Scene – 100 Francs – 1977 – Pick 18d – Crisp Unciculated – One of the most colorful notes issued in the style of old French paper money, this note is listed in Krause’s Standard Catalog of World Paper Money, 17th Edition, as Pick 18d. The note is in Crisp Uncirculated condition.
This Falkland Islands Banknote is in Crisp Uncirculated condition.
This Falkland Islands Banknote is in Crisp Uncirculated condition.
USA – Casino Token – Casino 93 – One Dollar – 1960s – Jackpot, Nevada – Prooflike Specimen
All five banknotes in this set are in Crisp Uncirculated condition.
Canada – Jeux Canada Games ’81 – Thunder Bay, Ontario – 1977 -1981 – 5 Piece Set – Presentation Case
Jamaica – 10th Anniversary of Independence – 10 Dollars – 1972 – Proof – Silver – Bustamante and Manley – Actual Silver Weight 1.46 Ounces
Trinidad and Tobago – Specimen Set – 8 Coins – 1974 Franklin Mint – UNC – Box and COA
Trinidad and Tobago – 8 Coin Set – Franklin Mint – 1975 – Proof – Box & COA Both the 5 and 10 Dollar denominations are Sterling Silver
Trinidad and Tobago – 8 Coin Set – Franklin Mint – 1973 – Proof – Box & COA – 10 Year Anniversary Set. Both the 5 and 10 Dollar denominations are Sterling Silver
Franklin Mint – 500th Anniversary of Birth of Balboa – American Geographical Society of NY – 1975
Franklin Mint – National Conference of State Legislatures – Philadelphia – October – 1975
Franklin Mint – National Governors’ Conference – Peace – MNP – 1975
Ukraine – Antonov An-124 Ruslan Cargo Airplane – 5 Hryven – 2004 – Mintage 50,000 – KM-337 – The Antonov An-124 Ruslan is a strategic airlift jet aircraft. It is the world’s largest ever serially-manufactured cargo airplane and world’s second largest operating cargo aircraft. First flown in 1982, civil certification was issued on 30 December 1992. It has an on-board overhead crane capable of lifting up to 30 tons of cargo, and items up to 120 tons can be winched on board. Since the type was initially designed for only occasional military use, original An-124s were built with a projected service life of 7,500 flight hours with possibility for extension. However many airframes have flown more than 15,000 flight hours. In response to complaints by commercial users, the An-124-100 version has been built since 2000 with an improved service life of 24,000 hours. Older airframes are being upgraded to this standard. Additional retrofitting is being performed to extend its service life to 40,000 flight hours.
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