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¼ Koula - Salote Tupou III
1962 year| Gold (.91666) (Silver .08333) | 8.13 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Tonga |
|---|---|
| Queen | Sālote Tupou III (1918-1965) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1962 |
| Value | ¼ Koula |
| Currency | Pound (1921-1967) |
| Composition | Gold (.91666) (Silver .08333) |
| Weight | 8.13 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#29641 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Coat of Arms of Tonga, denomination above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
QUARTER KOULA
KO E'OTUA MO TONGA KO HOKU TOFI'A
D B
TONGA
Unabridged legend: Dudley Blakely
Translation: God and Tonga are my inheritance
Designer: Dudley Moore Blakely
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1962 Tongan ¼ Koula coin is that it features a unique blend of metals, with 91.66% gold and 8.33% silver. This combination gives the coin a distinctive color and durability, making it a sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | 450 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Koula - Salote Tupou III 1962 coin.