Houston-based Celebrity Mint, known for its production of precious metal coins featuring renowned sports personalities, is offering a $10,000 reward to anyone who can assist in the recovery of four prototype coins that were lost while in transit. These prototypes are an integral part of the recently unveiled Mike Tyson Signature Series and consist of two 2 oz. and two 5 oz. silver coins, each made from .999 pure silver.
The unfortunate incident occurred in October when the coins were being shipped to New York Comic Con. Despite a thorough 90-day investigation by the courier, the coins have yet to be located, prompting Celebrity Mint to reach out to the public for assistance.
These one-of-a-kind prototype coins, featuring a vibrant depiction of Mike Tyson in his prime and certified by the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS), hold immense value for Celebrity Mint. They were intended to be showcased at Comic Con but never reached their destination.
The missing coins display Tyson wearing red gloves and black shorts on one side, while the reverse side features an image of Tyson with championship belts and a silhouette of King Charles III, symbolizing their minting in the Cook Islands. Each coin is also uniquely identified with a certification number and spec number. The details are as follows:
Certification number 48311438, spec number 931992
Certification number 48311439, spec number 931992
Certification number 48311440, spec number 931991
Certification number 48311441, spec number 931991
Celebrity Mint made waves when it debuted its legal tender trading coins at the October New York Comic Con alongside wrestling legend Ric Flair. The company stresses the significance of these prototypes and their commitment to recovering them. They are urging anyone with information about the whereabouts of these coins, which can be identified by their unique certification numbers, to contact Celebrity Mint at (713) 597-6367 or email ryan@celebritymint.com.
The reward being offered by Celebrity Mint highlights the rarity and value of these lost coins. As prototypes for the Mike Tyson Signature Series, they possess historical significance and serve as a unique tribute to the iconic boxer. It is hoped that the public’s assistance will help recover these invaluable pieces and bring closure to this unfortunate incident.
In the world of collectors and enthusiasts, the loss of such unique and irreplaceable items is always a significant blow. Celebrity Mint’s dedication to retrieving these lost coins demonstrates their commitment to their customers and the sports world. With the $10,000 reward in place, the search for the missing Mike Tyson Signature Series prototypes intensifies, and collectors and fans alike are encouraged to lend their aid in locating these rare and valuable pieces.