FRANKLIN MINT HISTORY OF AMERICAN WEST SILVER COIN SET

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FRANKLIN MINT HISTORY OF AMERICAN WEST SILVER COIN SET Welcome to another Auction from Auction Mojo. We make every effort to provide the most interesting and sought after auctions. Please review the details of the item being offered, the shipping costs (by using the built in calculator) and payment methods. We hope you enjoy your ebay experience. Please see our other auctions under our other screen name, auctionmojo012B. Description FRANKLIN MINT THE HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN WEST SILVER COIN SET This auction is for a 50 Piece History of The American West First Day Cover Collection issued by The Franklin Mint. This set is contained in 2 binders, Volume I and Volume II. The set features a First Day Cover stamp with a coin depicting important historical dates and events in the development of the Western Frontier. Each First Day Issue Stamp envelope contains a 24 karat gold electroplated on a 1 ounce .925 Sterling Silver proof coin. The coins are 1-1/2" diameter. T are 50 total coins! Each envelope is postmarked from the town and state depicted on the coin, and each comes with a separate brown card with a factual history about that particular event. The postmarks range from 1974 - 1978 and on the back of the envelope is the Certificate of Authenticity for each. The cover page of each album reads "The Franklin Mint History Of The American West - First Edition Proof Set 24Kt Gold on Sterling Silver - Minted and Issued In Personalized Cachets Exclusively for Franklin Mint Collectors". Some of the historical events featured are: - Louisiana Territory Annexed to the Union - Gadsden Strip Purchased from Mexico - Founding of Fort Leavenworth - Battle of Little Bighorn - Defense of the Alamo - Innauguration of Overland Mail Service - Opening of the Chisholm Trail - Many, Many More! The coins are in mint, unopened condition. Some of the envelopes have yellowed slightly around the edges over the years. Also, the volume one binder is warped from storage, and the last page has some discoloration and small pen marks (see photo). A very impressive and unique history of the American West. Good luck bidding on this Franklin Mint Proof Set! Payment Information PayPal, Money Order, Cashiers Check or Cash in person are the forms of payment we accept. If paying by money order please make sure you include the auction number and description on the money order. Follow the directions that you will receive in the invoice. New Jersey State law requires us to collect applicable NJ sales tax on all sales which either: a) ship to a New Jersey address or, b) are picked up in person at an Auction Mojo store located in the State of New Jersey (regardless of the customers state of residence). All items picked up are subject to a $4.00 handling fee. Payment must be received within 5 days of the close of auction. We reserve the right to relist items that are not paid within 5 days. Shipping Information Domestic - We ship anyw in the US and use either DHL or USPS. Please use the calculator in the auction to obtain the shipping costs. Insurance is required on most items and can also be found in the shipping calculator located in the top of the auction or the bottom. International Shipping Orders shipped Worldwide to most countries-Restrictions may apply for certain items. Winning bidder is responsible for shipping, handling, and insurance charges (Insurance is required an... read more

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