Notre Dame Giant Windows of Heaven: Notre Dame Giant Windows, Cook Islands, 2015, 10oz, .999

Description

Issued as part of the Giant Windows of Heaven series by Cook Islands, this gorgeous silver coin weighs 10 ounces! The coin measures 130 mm in diameter and boasts a unique decoration – a huge colored window replicating the South Rose Window of Notre Dame de Paris. Struck from .999 pure silver in proof-like quality, the coin has got the limited mintage – only 999 pieces worldwide.

As one of the famous churches in the world, this 12th-century  gothic cathedral   is included on the Unesco World Heritage List. Notre Dame is renowned for its beautiful stained glass windows most of them dating back to the 13th century when the cathedral was constructed.

The reverse features the South Rose Window of Notre Dame. From the outside, the south rose window in the side of the cathedral is impressive enough.  But from the inside, it’s a spectacular masterpiece, and one of the reasons why this cathedral has so many millions of visitors every year. This huge window is nearly 13 metres across, and it was made in 1260 AD.  Moreover, most of the panes in it still have their original glass! This gorgeous 10 oz edition of the Giant Windows of Heaven comes housed in a luxury illuminating box, accompanied by a CoA, and it’s sure to become a true gem in your collection!