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Show La Federation Internationale de Automobile presents . . . The Worlds Great Performance Cars -i- ncredibly precise and detailed minted miniatures of pure gold on solid sterling silver. The 100 greatest performance cars of all time portrayed in brilliant micro-deta- il by the master engravers and craftsmen of The Franklin Mint. Attractively priced at $9.50 miniature. for each gold-on-silv- er First Edition Proof Sets limited to 25,000 world-wid- e. The minted miniature. Microscopic sculptured detail . . . raised in precise relief against a mirror-brigsurface of 24 karat gold. Perfectly formed ... a triumph of exacting craftsmanship. All in an area no larger than the eye that beholds it. This is the fascination of the minted miniature and the secret of its appeal to collectors throughout the world. Now you are invited to discover this amazing achievement of the minter's art for yourself, in The World's Great Performance Cars Miniatures Collection. Issued by La Federation Internationale de I'Automobile the world's foremost automotive authority this extraordinary collection will consist of 100 intricately crafted miniatures. Each will portray a history-makin- g performance car that proved the value, on road or track, of a dramatic advance in automotive technology. And the First Edition of the collection will be minted in the beauty of pure 24 karat gold electroplate on solid sterling silver. These richly detailed miniatures will honor 100 renowned cars of past and present. Lean and powerful drivthe most exhilarating in all the world. ing machines Among them will be the 1982 Ferrari Boxer, the aero Hand-hel- d miniature above shown actual size. dynamic Italian supercar. one of the fastest and most advanced road cars in the world today. The 1976 Porsche 91 1 Turbo, universally praised for its handling, and turbocharged to make it one of the most impressive sports cars ever. The 1965 Shelby Mustang and the 1964 Pontiac CTO. First of the U.S. "muscle cars." The 1954 Mercedes-Ben- z 300SL, the gullwing coupe that introduced fuel injection. And the 1930 Cadillac, with its and instantly responsive whisper-sileengine. The Federation has entrusted the creation of the collection to The Franklin Mint, known the world over for its excellence in the specialized art of miniaturization. Each gold on silver miniature will be struck in flawless Pnxtf quality. The elongated rectangular shape of these miniatures will display both a front and side view of each car. Just the way you'd look at it in a museum, at an auto show, or on a set of working automotive drawings. Your miniatures will be sent to you at the convenient and systematic rate of two each month. And the attractive issue price of just S9.50 for each gold on sterling Proof will be guaranteed to you for the entire series regardless of any escalation in the cost of engraving and minting, or of pre- - cious metals, during the subscription period. The collection also includes a magnify mg glass, handling tongs. Certificate of Authenticity, collector's case, and informative reference literature about each car at no extra cost. Few of man's great inventions have a richer or more nostalgia-fille- d history than the motor car. And so. as you build this collection, you will have the satisfying opportunity to share with family and friends vivid memories of those exciting automobiles that have been the best of a very special breed down through the years. Please note, however, that the First Edition of this important official collection will be permanently limited to 25.000 gold on silver Proof Sets, world-widAnd subscription applications for these First Edition Proof Sets will be accepted on an basis. Therefore, you are urged to mail your application promptly to The Franklin Mint. Franklin Center. Pennsylvania 19091. e. THE FRANKLIN MINT race-prove- n nt 6 - 1984 SI BSC RIPTION APPLICATION The World's Great Performance Cars GOLD ON SILVER MIMXURES COI.LhC IION First Edition limited to 25,000 Proof Sets world-Please mail by August 15. 1984. ide. La Federation Internationale de I'Automobile The Franklin Mint 3166 Franklin Center, Pennsylvania 19091 Please enter my subscription for a First Edition Proof Set of The World's Great Performance Cars, consisting of one hundred 24 karat gold electroplate on sterling silver miniatures, to be sent to me at the rate of two per month and at the guaranteed issue price of S9.50 per miniature. I need send no money now. I will be billed prior to shipment. A collector's case, magnifier, tongs and specially prepared reference literature will be sent to me at no additional charge. co 'Plus mv t late salts tax and for shipping and handling $ 50 Signature Mr. Mrs. Miss icc re ucat on lA 'NT ccncc CCAL Address City State. Zip A handsome collector's case, magnifier, longs and reference folders will all be provided lo subscribers al no additional charge. Miniatures shown in case are for purposes of illustration only. The Franklin Mint is the world s largest private mint It i not affiliated with the L1 S Mint oran other government agency FM -- 1 |