1975 Cook Islands Seven-Coin Proof Set – Franklin Mint

Discover the island heritage and distinctive coin designs of the South Pacific with this 1975 Cook Islands Seven-Coin Proof Set, produced by the Franklin Mint. This collectible set features the first regular coinage designs of the Cook Islands, showcasing native wildlife, tropical agriculture, and traditional Polynesian culture.

Each coin features Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse, while the reverses display distinctive island-themed designs. The standout is the unusual One Dollar coin featuring Tangaroa, the Polynesian god of the sea and creation, making it a particularly memorable issue among world coin collectors.

Coins Included:

• $1 Dollar: Tangaroa, Polynesian deity

• 50 Cents: Bonito fish

• 20 Cents: Fairy tern

• 10 Cents: Oranges

• 5 Cents: Hibiscus flower

• 2 Cents: Pineapples

• 1 Cent: Taro leaf

Set Specifications:

• Country: Cook Islands

• Year: 1975

• Mint: Franklin Mint

• Set Type: Seven-Coin Proof Set

• Finish: Proof, frosted designs with mirrored fields

• Composition: base-metal compositions for the coins

• Packaging: Original presentation case

• Documentation: Certificate of Authenticity, when included

This attractive proof set offers a wonderful representation of Cook Islands culture, tropical imagery, and early modern island coinage. A great addition to world coin collections, Polynesian-themed collections, and Franklin Mint proof set displays.