Cook Islands 2012 10$ WINDOWS HEAVEN ST. PETERSBURG Isaac Cathedral Silver Coin

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Cook Islands 2012 10$ WINDOWS HEAVEN ST. PETERSBURG Isaac Cathedral Silver Coin Search You are buying Cook Islands 2012 10$ WINDOWS HEAVEN ST. PETERSBURG Isaac Cathedral Silver Coin !!! LOW mintage limit only 2,000!!! Coin in capsule+with Certificate of Authenticity + BOX Finish PROOF with a real window inserted 5th COIN IN THIS SERIES Marvelous issue in famous Windows of Heaven's series featuring full-color stained glass inserts from famous churches and cathedrals around the world. This release features Saint Isaac's Cathedral, the largest Russian Orthodox cathedral in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Held up against the light, the window will become translucent and show the intricate design in full splendor. The series, entitled "Windows of Heaven" will see a number of coins released, struck to exquisite proof quality, honouring famous Cathedrals throughout the world and they intricately designed stained glass windows. Struck in to the reverse of this coin is an image showing the outside of the magnificent Saint Isaac Cathedral, with a plan of the outlay of the cathedral below. To the left is shown a section taken from within the cathedral showing a beautifully designed stained-glass window. The name of the series, city featured and year of issue are all inscribed on this side. On the obverse the stained-glass can be seen showing the image in reverse. On this side, together with the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, is the country of issue and the face value. This stunning entry into innovative numismatics is struck from sterling silver and encapsulated, accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. BACKGROUND AND HISTORY St. Isaac's Cathedral is the largest cathedral in St. Petersburg. It was the largest church in Russia when it was built (101.5 meters high), and is still the third largest domed cathedral in the world. For visitors willing to climb 300 steps, it provides a spectacular view of St. Petersburg. St. Isaac's Cathedral was ordered by Tsar Alexander I to replace an earlier Rinaldiesque structure. A specially appointed commission examined several designs, including that of the French-born architect Auguste de Montferrand, who had studied in the atelier of Napoleon's designer, Charles Percier. Monferrand's design was criticised by some members of the commission for the dry and allegedly boring rhythm of its four identical colonnades. It was also suggested that despite gigantic dimensions, the edifice would look squat and not very impressive. The emperor, who favoured the ponderous Empire style of architecture, had to step in and solve the dispute in Monferrand's favour. The cathedral took 40 years to construct, under Montferrand's direction, from 1818 to 1858. It was dedicated to Saint Isaac of Dalmatia, a patron saint of Peter the Great. Under the Soviet government, the building was abandoned, then turned into a museum of atheism. The dove sculpture was removed, and replaced by a Foucault pendulum. During World War II, the dome was painted over in gray to avoid attracting attention from enemy aircraft. Today, worship activity has resumed in the cathedral, but only in the left-hand side chapel, and in the main body of the cathedral on feast days only. Country Cook Islands Year 2013 Face Value 10 Dollars Metal Silver Fineness 925/1000 Weight 50 g Diameter 55 mm Mintage 2000 Quality Proof Certificate COA Yes Presentation Case Yes Nice Authentic add to your collection. Visit My eBay Store !!! You can purchase from us with confidence. We are established and guarantee the authenticity of the products we sell. We have our inventory of precious metals bought only from reputable mints. Payment: - We accept - Canadian buyers please add Province TAX when you pay for the item(.999 silver is TAX Exempt) . -Pleace pay Your items withing 7 days of purchase .Items not paid within 7 days will be relisted, and appropriate actio... read more

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