1975 UNITED NATIONS OFFICIAL COMMEMORATIVE MEDALS - COMPLETE MEDALLIC FIRST DAY COVER SET WITH ORIGINAL BLUE PRESENTATION CASE. Extraordinary and rare collection of five authentic Official United Nations Commemorative Sterling Silver Proof Medals, each paired with its original First Day Cover featuring United Nations stamps and official postmarks. This complete 1975 series represents one of the most prestigious and professionally assembled numismatic collections commemorating the United Nations' commitment to peace, international cooperation, and global humanitarian efforts. Issuing Organization: United Nations Postal Administration.
Number of Medals: Five (5) Sterling Silver proof medals. Format: Medallic First Day Covers (Officially certified). Material: Sterling Silver Proof - First Edition. Authentication: United Nations Postal Administration Certification.Presentation: Original blue United Nations presentation case included. THE COMPLETE 1975 SERIES INCLUDES. 1 - Peaceful Uses of Outer Space. Postmark Date: March 14, 1975.
Stamp: United Nations Peaceful Uses commemorative. Medal Design: Orbital spacecraft and planetary imagery.Medal Composition: Sterling Silver Proof. Certificate of Authenticity: Signed by Robert J. 2 - International Women's Year. Postmark Date: May 9, 1975. Stamp: United Nations International Women's Year commemorative.
Medal Design: Women's symbol and power motif. 3 - 30th Anniversary of the United Nations. Postmark Date: June 26, 1975. Stamp: United Nations 30th Anniversary commemorative. Medal Design: UN emblem and charter symbolism. 4 - Namibia: United Nations Direct Responsibility.Postmark Date: September 22, 1975. Stamp: United Nations Namibia independence commemorative.
Medal Design: Profile portrait and liberation symbolism. 5 - United Nations Peace-Keeping Operations. Postmark Date: November 21, 1975. Stamp: United Nations Peace-Keeping Operations commemorative. Medal Design: UN emblem and peace symbolism.Each First Day Cover includes. Original Medallic First Day Cover envelope with official United Nations postal cancellations and authentic commemorative stamps.
Official blue presentation card (mounted within envelope) displaying the corresponding sterling silver medal under protective acrylic. Certificate of Authenticity from the United Nations Postal Administration, signed by.
Ryan, Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations. Ole Hamann, Chief, United Nations Postal Administration. Verifying sterling silver proof quality and first edition status. Official text information about the theme and significance of each commemorative issue. Original blue United Nations presentation case with embossed UN logo to house the complete collection.
This collection represents 1975 - a pivotal year for international cooperation and global consciousness-raising. INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S YEAR: The series honors the United Nations' declaration of 1975 as International Women's Year, marking a global movement toward gender equality and women's rights. This medal commemorates the UN's commitment to advancing women's participation in all aspects of society.
PEACEFUL USES OF OUTER SPACE: Celebrating humanity's commitment to using space exploration for peaceful scientific discovery rather than military competition. This medal recognizes the UN's role in ensuring space remains a domain for international cooperation. UN BICENTENNIAL (30 YEARS): Marking three decades since the United Nations' founding in 1945, this medal honors the organization's role in maintaining peace, security, and cooperation among nations during the Cold War era. NAMIBIA INDEPENDENCE: Commemorating the United Nations' unique direct responsibility for Namibia's path to independence, reflecting the UN's commitment to decolonization and self-determination. PEACE-KEEPING OPERATIONS: Celebrating the UN's critical role in deploying peace-keeping forces worldwide to prevent conflict escalation and maintain stability in volatile regions.TRANSITIONAL SIGNIFICANCE: 1975 was also a critical year in world history - the fall of Saigon, the Helsinki Accords, and growing momentum for international human rights protocols. This medal series reflects the UN's central role during this transformative historical moment. Each medal features exceptional artistry and craftsmanship.
Artistic Merit: Renowned medal designers created distinctive imagery for each UN theme, ensuring artistic quality comparable to official government commemorative programs worldwide. Thematic Coherence: All five medals feature the distinctive UN laurel wreath frame, creating visual unity while celebrating distinct humanitarian themes. Professional Presentation: The blue presentation case and official documentation demonstrate the professional standards of official UN commemorative products. This complete set represents exceptional collectible value for multiple reasons. Official UN Issuance: Issued directly by the United Nations Postal Administration (highest governmental authority).Complete Series: All five medals from the 1975 series - extremely rare to find the complete set together. Sterling Silver Proof: First edition proof strikes represent the finest quality from official government issue. Original Documentation: All official certificates of authenticity included and signed by UN officials Robert J. Pristine Condition: Brilliant uncirculated proof condition maintained for 50 years. Original Presentation: Complete with original blue UN case - rarely found intact.
Historical Significance: Commemorates pivotal year for international cooperation and human rights. Dual Collectibility: Appeals to numismatists, philatelists, UN memorabilia collectors. Authentication: Every medal certified by United Nations Postal Administration officials. Rarity: Complete sets rarely appear on market - most have been separated over decades.
Finding a complete 1975 UN medal series with original First Day Covers, official UN stamps, original certificates, and original presentation case is exceptionally rare in today's market. Complete Set of Five (5) Official United Nations Commemorative Sterling Silver Proof Medals.
Series 1: Peaceful Uses of Outer Space. Series 2: International Women's Year. Series 3: 30th Anniversary of the United Nations. Series 4: Namibia: United Nations Direct Responsibility.
Series 5: United Nations Peace-Keeping Operations. Five Official First Day Covers with. Original postal cancellations and postmarks from United Nations postal offices. Authentic United Nations commemorative stamps. Official blue presentation cards displaying each medal.
AUTHENTICITY CERTIFIED BY THE UNITED NATIONS POSTAL ADMINISTRATION printed on each envelope. Five Original Certificates of Authenticity. Each signed by Robert J.
Each signed by Ole Hamann, Chief, United Nations Postal Administration. Verifying Sterling Silver Proof quality. Documenting first edition proof status.
Original Blue United Nations Presentation Case. Protects and displays the complete collection. Complete collectible package exactly as originally issued in 1975. This entire collection is in exceptional condition. The First Day Covers are pristine with no creases, tears, or staining - perfect examples of official UN postal commemoration.
The certificates are intact with original signatures clearly visible and legible. The blue presentation case shows minimal wear consistent with 50 years of careful storage. This represents a rare example of a complete, museum-quality UN commemorative collection maintained in original condition. The United Nations, founded in 1945 following World War II, represents humanity's commitment to collective security, international cooperation, and human rights.By 1975, the UN had grown to represent nations spanning every continent and political system. This medal series celebrates the UN's diverse missions. Maintaining peace and security in an increasingly complex geopolitical environment. Advancing international law and human rights protocols.
Supporting developing nations' sovereignty and independence. Promoting global cooperation on scientific and environmental challenges. Facilitating dialogue and negotiation to prevent military conflict. Recognizing the contributions of women and marginalized groups to global development.
This complete 1975 series documents a pivotal moment when these missions were being re-evaluated and recommitted in the post-Vietnam War era. United Nations history and policy enthusiasts. International relations scholars and professionals. First Day Cover and philately collectors. Numismatists seeking official government issues. Collectors of 1970s commemorative pieces. Those interested in women's history and rights. Peace studies and conflict resolution professionals. Investors in historical precious metal pieces. Complete official UN medal series from 1975, particularly those with original First Day Covers, official stamps, and presentation cases, are rarely available. Collectors of international numismatics, UN memorabilia, diplomatic history, and professional-grade silver proof sets actively pursue pieces like this. The combination of official government issuance by the United Nations Postal Administration, complete series status, original documentation, pristine condition, and the historical significance of 1975 as a transformative year for international cooperation makes this exceptional value for serious collectors and institutional buyers. Included with each cover is official UN information explaining the historical context and significance of each commemorative theme. Information on the International Women's Year movement and UN commitment to gender equality.Details on peaceful space exploration objectives and international cooperation in scientific endeavor. Historical context on the United Nations' 30-year achievement in maintaining Cold War-era stability. Documentation of Namibia's path to independence under UN direct responsibility.
Explanation of UN peace-keeping missions' critical role in global conflict prevention. This complete 1975 UN medal series with original First Day Covers, authentic UN stamps, official certificates signed by UN officials, and original blue presentation case is exceptionally scarce.
Most collectors who obtained these sets kept them separated over the decades. Finding all five medals, all original First Day Covers with authentic postmarks and stamps, all official certificates signed by Robert J. Ryan and Ole Hamann, and the original blue UN case together in pristine condition is genuinely rare. Please examine all photos carefully.
The images show the actual complete collection you will receive - condition is exactly as pictured. This is a rare opportunity to own the definitive 1975 United Nations commemorative medal collection, complete with all original documentation, official UN certification, and original blue presentation case, exactly as it was assembled 50 years ago. This is an exceptional acquisition for international history enthusiasts, professional collectors, and institutions seeking authentic, officially-issued UN memorabilia. Feel free to ask any questions before purchasing. KEYWORDS: United Nations, UN, Official Medals, 1975, First Day Cover, FDC, Sterling Silver.
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