2013 $75 "Diamond" World Baseball Classic Commemorative Pure Gold Proof Coin: 1 of only 133 Sold!

All coins offered in this listing are unsearched! (see ‘Additional Information’ below)

All of our Canadian coins are acquired directly from the Royal Canadian Mint - The counterfeiting of numismatic coins, and the sale of stolen coins, are serious problems for coin collectors and dealers.   Unlike many other coin dealers, to protect against these risks, we do not sell 'second-hand' coins.  All of our Canadian coins are stored in a climate controlled, smoke-free vault.

Specifications:

Composition - fine gold (99.99% pure)

Finish - proof

Weight (g) – 7.8 (one-fourth troy ounce)

Diameter (mm) - 20

Edge - serrated

Certificate – serialized (serial numbers will vary)

Face value - 75 dollars (a legal tender Canadian coin)

Artists - Steve Hepburn (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)

Description:

An opportunity to own an extremely rare coin.  As of December 31, 2013, the Royal Canadian Mint reported that only 133 of these coins were sold!

A thoughtful gift for baseball lovers, as well as for coin collectors & investors, both old and new!

The World Baseball Classic™ tournament brings the best professional baseball players from around the world to one exciting international tournament. The first World Baseball Classic tournament was held in 2006 and the second in 2009. In both events, Japan emerged the victor. The third World Baseball Classic tournament, in March 2013, had a number of participating countries. This participation was a major highlight for sports fans and baseball lovers around the globe.

This truly international event has had qualifying rounds in Germany, Panama, Taiwan and the United States. The growing number of participating countries attests to the global appeal of the World Baseball Classic tournament and underscores the growing popularity of baseball around the world.

This coin is a beautiful addition to any collection, including those featuring sports and fine gold! Order today!

Special features:

·        A Royal Canadian Mint First!  Own the first baseball coin series minted!

·        Each coin is part of the officially licensed Coin Program of the 2013 World Baseball Classic tournament.

·        Each coin is part of a 7-coin program series featuring coins celebrating the game of baseball.  (Four coins struck in fine silver and three in fine gold – see them all in our ebay store!)

·        Each coin is 1/4 ounce fine gold (99% pure)

·        Ultra low mintage – Only 133 reported sold as of December 31, 2013!

Design:
This fine gold commemorative coin was designed by Canadian artist Steve Hepburn.  It features a stylized baseball diamond, with the four bases and pitcher's mound represented by classic symbols. The bottom of the diamond image is overlaid with two crisscrossed baseball bats. The entire image is layered over an abstract circling form that symbolizes the speed, skill, and international appeal associated with the tournament.  It is flanked on the right side by the official logo of the World Baseball Classic tournament. Engraved text on the reverse image's polished gold background includes "75 Dollars," and "2013".

Packaging:
Each coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded maroon clamshell case lined with flock.  The case is protected by a custom sleeve.

A superb gift for baseball lovers, as well as for coin collectors & investors, both old and new!

Shipping & Handling:

Fast, free shipping & handling via USPS First Class Mail!

USPS Priority Mail & Priority Mail Express are also available for an additional charge.

International shipping via eBay's Global Shipping Program.

Additional Information:

OK Ranch sells fine & fashion jewelry, gifts, fine collectible & investment coins, collectible home decor, books & DVDs for all ages, and other items through our eBay store.

“Unsearched” — All of the coins offered in this listing are “unsearched”.  Many coin dealers “search” all coins when they are received from the Mint.  They "cherry-pick" the best coins.  Then submit them to be graded, certified, and slabbed by PCGS, NGC, ANACS, etc.  These graded and certified coins are then sold at higher, premium prices.  When a dealer searches coins, those that they sell in original Mint packaging are only lesser quality coins.

Photos: When a listing offers multiples of the same coin, one coin is picked at random and photographed.  Since all coins offered in that listing are essentially identical, the coin photographed is representative of all coins offered.