Papua New Guinea.
First Coinage Proof coin set.
Minted at the Franklin Mint 1975.
Mintage: 42,340.

Catalogue: KM# PS2.

Ten Kina (silver) 45mm, Bird of Paradise.

Five Kina (silver) 40mm, New Guinea Eagle.

One Kina (copper-nickel) 33mm, River and Sea Crocodiles.

Twenty toeas (copper-nickel) 28.65mm, Bennett's Cassowary.

Ten toeas " 23.72mm, Spotted Cuscus.

Five toeas. " 19.53mm, Plateless Turtle.

Two toeas " 21.72mm, Butterfly Cod.

One toeas " 17.65mm, Paradise Bird-Wing Butterfly.

These coins are sealed for protection.

The 1975 Papua New Guinea (PNG) coinage marks the country's first national issue, minted by the Franklin Mint, featuring unique wildlife like Bird of Paradise, crocodiles, and cassowaries, available in both Proof sets (with silver 5 & 10 Kina) and Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) sets (with copper-nickel lower denominations), showcasing distinct PNG culture and natural beauty.
Key Features of the 1975 Sets:
First National Coinage: Commemorates PNG's independence, with distinct designs celebrating its rich biodiversity.
Minted by: Franklin Mint.
Denominations: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 Toea and 1 Kina (in BU sets); Silver 5 & 10 Kina in Proof sets.
Designs: Features local animals like the Bird of Paradise (10 Kina), New Guinea Eagle (5 Kina), River & Sea Crocodiles (1 Kina), and a Cassowary (20 Toea).
Composition: Silver (0.925 fineness) for 5 & 10 Kina in Proofs, Copper-Nickel for lower Toea denominations in both sets, with some Bronze.
Types of Sets Available:
8-Coin Proof Set: Includes the two silver Kina coins and six lower denominations, often in original packaging with a Certificate of Authenticity (COA).
6-Coin BU Set: Contains the 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 Toea & 1 Kina (copper-nickel).
These sets are sought after by collectors for their unique animal motifs and historical significance as Papua New Guinea's first official coins.