Gilded gutter life

St Vincent - Grenadines 1987 Marine Life set of 4 (2 se-tenant inter-paneau gutter pairs from Format International archive sheet, folded through gutters) unmounted mint as SG 542-45

Cook Islands $ 5 Saint Christopher Silver Gilded Oval Coin with Swarovski 2009 Edition Technical Specs Presentation Country:   Cook Island Metal Purity:    ¿Silver 0.999 Box:   Yes Year of Issue:   2009 Weight:   25 g CoA:   Yes Face Value:   5 dollars Dimensions:   30 x 34     Quality:   Proof     Mintage:   5,000   New coin with capsule, CoA and box Saint Christopher is venerated by several Christian denominations as a martyr killed in the reign of the 3rd-century Roman Emperor Decius (reigned 249¿251) or alternatively under the Roman Emperor Maximinus II Dacian (reigned 308¿313). There appears to be confusion due to the similarity in names "Decius" and "Dacian". However his veneration only appears late in Christian tradition, and did not become widespread in the Western Church until the Late Middle Ages, although churches and monasteries were named after him by the 7th century.That Christopher's name, meaning "Christ-bearer", foretells his adult life may give a clue that his story lacks a precise historical origin. He may be the same figure as Saint Menas. His most famous legend, which is mainly known from the West and may draw from Ancient Greek mythology, tells that he carried a child, who was unknown to him, across a river before the child revealed himself as Christ. Therefore, he is the patron saint of travelers, and small images of him are often worn around the neck, on a bracelet, carried in a pocket, or placed in vehicles by Christians. ____________________________________________________  Feel free to e-mail me with any questions.

Cook Islands 5 Dollars Russian Icon Saint Seraphim Sarovsky Silver Gilded 2013 Edition Technical Specs Presentation Country:   Cook Island Metal Purity:    ¿Silver 0.999 Box:   Yes Year of Issue:   2013 Weight:   25 g CoA:   Yes Face Value:   5 dollars Dimensions:   30x38 mm     Quality:   Proof     Mintage:   2500   Saint Seraphim of Sarov (Russian: ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿) (1 August [O.S. 19 July] 1754 (or 1759) ¿ 14 January [O.S. 2 January] 1833), born Prokhor Moshnin (¿¿¿¿¿¿ ¿¿¿¿¿¿), is one of the most renowned Russian monks and mystics in the Eastern Orthodox Church. He is generally considered the greatest of the 19th century startsy (elders). Seraphim extended the monastic teachings of contemplation, theoria and self-denial to the layperson. He taught that the purpose of the Christian life was to acquire the Holy Spirit. Perhaps his most popular quotation amongst Orthodox believers is "Acquire a peaceful spirit, and thousands around you will be saved."Seraphim was glorified (canonized) by the Russian Orthodox Church in 1903. His biographer Nicholas Motovilov was one of his "spiritual children". Pope John Paul II referred to him as a saint. ____________________________________________________  Feel free to e-mail me with any questions.

The romantic legend of the Holy Grail is almost without parallel in the stories of chivalry.  It has about it a quality of inspiration and a standard of purity that transcends everyday life.  It shines like a star through the darkness of the Dark Ages.  But what if Satan has his own counterpart?  What if - just as the Black Mass of the witches and wizards, is an abominable reversal of the Holy Communion service of the Christian - what if, then, there is an Unholy Grail?  A sinister thing of death and terror.  A glittering, golden chalice forged in the nethermost chasms of Hell, wrought by the hands of unholy craftsmen.  Gilded by demons, decked with gems by jewellers who live with the Prince of Darkness. A thing that originated below the dark hills where trolls dwell... That too would be the object of many a quest.  There would be dedicated heroes searching to destroy it.  There would be unscrupulous men who wanted to employ its dark power for their own ends.  There would be weak men unable to resist its call.  There would be strong men whose wills clashed with the almost irresistible power of the Golden Chalice. Soft cover, fair condition.  The paper is a bit yellowed.  The cover has slight signs of wear.  158 pages.

Saudi Arabia, Allah, round Gold Plated Coin, Souvenir, Token Edition Technical Specs Presentation Country:   Metal Purity:    Gold Plated, Gilded Box:   Year of Issue:   Weight:   1 oz CoA:   Face Value:   Dimensions:   40     Quality:       Mintage:     New token with capsule The high quality gold-plated token made in the shape of commemorative coin is dedicated to Saudi Arabia and Islam. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is the place where Islam arisen ages ago; now it¿s not only an official religion of the country, but a way of life and even a law. The motto of Saudi Arabia is ¿There¿s no god but Allah, and Muhammad is His Prophet¿. The major shrines of the Muslim world are Mecca and Medina and they both are situated on the territory of the country.The Arab spirit of the item is clear at a glance. The token is decorated with rich ornate pattern including floral elements which are signs of traditional Islamic art. The mosque is placed on the one side of the bar and the other side shows the word ¿Allah¿ (God Almighty) in Arabic calligraphy.Being a nice souvenir and a beautiful item for collecting, the coin with ¿Allah¿ word also has spiritual sense for Muslims, because the calligraphic writing of the religious texts bears sacred meaning in Islam. ____________________________________________________  Feel free to e-mail me with any questions.

Robben Island, Nelson Mandela, A Long Walk To Freedom, Gold Plated Coin, Token Edition Technical Specs Presentation Country:   Metal Purity:    Gold Plated, Gilded Box:   Year of Issue:   Weight:   1 oz CoA:   Face Value:   Dimensions:   40     Quality:       Mintage:     New token with capsule The gold-plated round souvenir token depicts Nelson Mandela the first black president of South African Republic and famous fighter against apartheid.Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela spent 27 from 95 years of his life in prison for political reasons. Mandela¿s main activity was revolution movement against apartheid regime oppressing the black population of SAR. He was judged to a lifelong imprisonment, but after 27 years released as a result of constant calls of the world¿s community and change of the country¿s laws. Nelson Mandela became the first head of South Africa elected in a fully democratic procedure at the age of 76. His humanistic anti-racist position won him the Nobel Peace Prize and a number of other countries¿ and international awards.The relief of the famous fighter is minted on one side of the token next to the inscription ¿A Long Walk To Freedom ¿. The circles around the portrait are the African ornament and Mandela¿s full name. The reverse side of the token depicts Robben Island where Nelson served his term in 1964-1982. There are top and side views of the island and its name in English on the token. The dates of serving Robben Island¿s prison are also minted here. ____________________________________________________  Feel free to e-mail me with any questions.

Britain Army, Great War, WWI, Soldier, Honor, Duty, Militarty, Medal, Souvenir Edition Technical Specs Presentation Country: Metal Purity: Gold Plated, Gilded Box: Year of Issue: Weight: 1 oz CoA: Face Value: Dimensions: 40 Quality: Mintage: New token with capsule The round souvenir token plated with real gold released in memory of Great Britainﾒs involvement in World War I. The design of the coin refers to the tragedy of the first global military conflict. The Great War, as it was called before the war with Nazi Germany, put an end to the existence of four empires: Ottoman, German, Austro-Hungarian and Russian. The political map and social life of Europe were changed forever. Being a member of the Triple Entente, United Kingdom suffered significant losses in World War I, despite the fact the theatres of war werenﾒt situated on its territory.One side of the coin depicts military hardware and soldiers of the early XX century, the background is colored British flag. The Great War words are minted above the image, and the dates 1914-1918 are placed below. The inscriptions are separated with stars pattern going along the rim.The other side of the token designed to honor victims of WWI. One can see dark silhouettes of a soldier and a tomb cross. The grave is covered with red poppy flowers which symbolize the wartime remembrance in English-speaking countries. There are names of the bloodiest battles of the Great War minted on this side such as Verdun, Somme, Gallipoli, Ypres and others. ____________________________________________________ Feel free to e-mail me with any questions.