The reverse of each coin depicts in the foreground two astronauts of Apollo 17, complete with cameras, exploring the surface of the moon in front their lunar lander module.The three shooting stars above the Earth represent the three Apollo 17 astronauts, who were the last to reach the moon: Eugene Cernan, mission commander; Harrison Schmitt, lunar module pilot; and Ronald Evans, command module pilot.
The coins depict Cernan and Schmitt on the lunar surface; Evans remained aloft, in orbit, in the command module.
Each coin is encapsulated inside a luxurious clamshell-style presentation case, lined with black velvet and satin, and protected by a full color outer cardboard box. An individually numbered certificate of authenticity is included.
The silver coin weighs 31.135 grams and measures 38.6 millimeters in diameter. Its mintage limit is 750 pieces, each retailing for $169.95 U.S.
The gold coin weighs 31.106 grams and measures 38.6 millimeters in diameter. It has a mintage limit of 150 pieces and retails for $2,999.95 U.S.