1994 Mandela Inauguration First Day Covers - Unhandled Condition - R5 Coin (6.3c) & Stamp Set (6.3b)

Listing Description

A Museum-Quality Set Marking the Birth of a New South Africa

Offered here is a stunning, pristine pair of official First Day Covers (FDC) commemorating the inauguration of President Nelson Mandela on 10 May 1994. These covers have been meticulously preserved and remain in "unhandled" condition, sealed within their original protective covers.

The Collection Includes:

1. The R5 Coin First Day Cover (Code 6.3c)

• The Coin: Features the 1994 R5 Presidential Inauguration coin. The coin is in Uncirculated condition, protected by a built-in plastic window, and has never been touched by human hands.
• The Mark: Cancelled with the official Pretoria 10.05.1994 postmark.
• Design: Features the Union Buildings line-art sketch in blue.

2. The "Many Cultures - One Nation" Stamp FDC (Code 6.3b)

• The Stamps: Features the complete 1994 commemorative stamp series (45c Mandela Portrait, 70c National Anthems, 95c National Flag, and R1.15 Union Buildings).
• The Mark: Matching Pretoria 10.05.1994 cancellation.
• Condition: Excellent, with crisp edges and no foxing or discoloration the only draw back is that the envelope of the R5.00 coin is damaged with a piece of the envelope missing.

Condition Report:

• Grade: Uncirculated  
• Provenance: These items have been kept in a smoke-free, climate-controlled environment. There are no creases or handling marks on the envelopes.

Why This Set?

While many of these covers were produced, finding a matching pair (6.3b and 6.3c) in this untouched, high-grade condition is becoming increasingly difficult. This is a "Day Zero" collectible from the most significant date in South African modern historyperfect for the serious numismatist or philatelist.

Shipping & Handling:

• Items will be packaged securely between rigid cardboard to ensure they arrive in the same pristine condition shown in the scans.