This is the first issue in the new Fairy Tales and Fables Series from Cook Islands. It is struck in smartminting high relief further complemented by rich coloring and deep antique finish.
This amazing coin is struck from 3 ounces .999 pure silver with just 333 pieces in total production.
Background:
“Little Red Riding Hood” is a European fairy tale about a young girl and a Big Bad Wolf. Its origins can be traced back to the 10th century to several European folk tales, including one from Italy called The False Grandmother (Italian: La finta nonna), later written among others by Italo Calvino in the Italian Folktales collection; the best known versions were written by Charles Perrault and the Brothers Grimm.
The story has been changed considerably in various re-tellings and subjected to numerous modern adaptations and readings. Other names for the story are: “Little Red Ridinghood”, “Little Red Cap” or simply “Red Riding Hood”. It is number 333 in the Aarne Thompson classification system for folktales.
Specifications:
Fairy Tales & Fable Series
Year:Â 2019
Grade:Â Ultra High Relief
Denomination: $20
Metal Content:Â 3 Troy Ounces / 93.3 Grams
Purity: .999
Mintage:Â 333
Issuer: Cook Islands
Diameter: 50Â mm
Mint Capsule, Presentation Box, Numbered Certificate of Authenticity