The Franklin Mint History of Flight Hallmarked First Edition Proof Set in Solid Sterling Silver. This series has to be one of the most beautifully presented and desirable sets The Franklin Mint has ever undertaken. The set began by releasing individual pieces starting in 1973 with the first solid sterling silver coin'First Manned Flight 1783'. They would continue to release the coins over time with only six in the first year ending in 1977. Each individual coin is identical in size, and displays stunnigly detailed images of that moment in flight history.
On the back of each coin is a short description of the event or engraved image. This set particular set is noted as being the "Hallmarked First Edition Proof Set" Struck in Solid Sterling Silver and is in perfect condition as each coin is untouched and individually encased in plastic within the display book. Each medal commemorates some of the most important flying machines in history. This book includes 5 pages of 20 medals each for a total of 100 Medals. The item "Franklin Mint History of Flight 100 Solid Silver Coins Uncirculated, Proof Set" is in sale since Friday, October 10, 2014.
This item is in the category "Coins & Paper Money\Exonumia\Medals". The seller is "txgoldnsilver" and is located in Houston, Texas. This item can be shipped to United States.