Rare 1980 Hawaiian Monarchy Series Gold Medal Set – Eight 1 oz Proofs
Among the most historically significant modern numismatic issues is the 1980 Hawaiian Monarchy Series Gold Medal Set. Struck in Honolulu, Hawaii by Precious Metals Hawaii, this limited-edition proof set celebrates the lineage of Hawaiian royalty through eight exquisitely detailed portraits. Each medal contains 1 troy ounce of .999 fine gold, creating a combined total of 8 oz of pure gold in the complete set.
Key Attributes of the 1980 Hawaiian Monarchy Gold Medal Set
Date of Issue: 1980
Issuer: Precious Metals Hawaii, Honolulu
Composition: .999 Fine Gold
Weight: 8 x 1 troy oz (8 oz total)
Finish: Proof
Mintage: Limited to just 1,500 sets
Serial Number: #033 (engraved on the rim of each medal)
Presentation: Original mint display case with individual certificates of authenticity
Featured Monarchs in the Series
King Kamehameha the Great (1758–1819) – Unifier of the Hawaiian Islands
King Kamehameha II (1797–1824)
King Kamehameha III (1813–1854)
King Kamehameha IV (1834–1863)
King Kamehameha V (1830–1872)
King William Lunalilo (1835–1874)
King David Kalākaua (1836–1891)
Queen Liliʻuokalani (1838–1917) – Hawaii’s last reigning monarch
Each medal captures the portraiture and legacy of Hawaii’s royal rulers, engraved with remarkable precision in high-relief proof finish.
Why Collectors Value This Set
Scarcity: With only 1,500 issued, complete sets are extremely difficult to locate intact with box and certificates.
Gold Content: 8 oz of .999 fine gold provides strong intrinsic value, making the set both collectible and investment-worthy.
Historical Significance: One of the few official numismatic issues to honor Hawaiian royalty, appealing to collectors of U.S. territorial and Hawaiian coinage.
Condition: Sets preserved in their original cases often command premiums due to presentation and provenance.
Authentication and Appraisal Value
High-value gold sets like this require professional authentication and appraisal to:
Confirm originality and completeness (box, COAs, serial matching).
Establish accurate fair market value for resale or estate purposes.
Document insurance replacement value in case of loss or theft.
Collectors have seen strong auction interest for Hawaiian gold medals, with premiums realized well above melt value due to rarity and demand among Hawaiian history enthusiasts.
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