In 1961, Yuri Gagarin ventured into space, followed by Neil Armstrong’s historic moonwalk in 1969. Since then, over 600 pioneers have explored outer space. Commemorate these groundbreaking achievements with the 2024 1 oz Proof Cook Islands Gold Real Hero Astronaut Coin, available at BGASC.

Highlights:

• Comes inside a display case with a Certificate of Authenticity!
• Final release in the Real Heroes Series!
• Mintage limited to just 199!
• Proof specimen!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.
• The face value of 250 Dollars is fully backed by the Cook Islands.
• King Charles III is on the obverse.
• An astronaut is on the reverse.

Every 2024 1 oz Proof Cook Islands Gold Real Hero Astronaut Coin is housed in a display case for safekeeping and includes a Certificate of Authenticity to verify its proof quality.

Obverse

The obverse of the 2024 1 oz Proof Cook Islands Real Hero Astronaut Coin portrays King Charles III in profile, without a crown. Above him floats a striking depiction of an astronaut in space. Inscriptions read ONLY THE BRAVE ARE FREE, COOK ISLANDS, 2024, CHARLES III, 250 DOLLARS, and DT.

Reverse

On the reverse of this 2024 Proof Cook Islands Gold Real Hero Astronaut Coin, an astronaut gazes out at the viewer, set against a background of intricate hexagons.

History

This coin series concludes CIT’s Real Heroes Series, highlighting individuals who exemplify courage and dedication. Other editions honor firefighters, special forces, and the Coast Guard, also available in silver and platinum.

Ordering

For inquiries about our gold coin offerings, contact the BGASC team today. Reach us via email, our online chat on our website, or call us at 888-992-4272.