1 Dollar (Mandarin fish) 2013 front 1 Dollar (Mandarin fish) 2013 back
1 Dollar (Mandarin fish) 2013 photo
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1 Dollar Mandarin fish

2013 year
Copper-nickel 26.8 g 37.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Palau
Period
Republic (1992-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2013
Value
1 Dollar (1&nbspUSD)
Currency
Dollar of the United States (1992-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
26.8 g
Diameter
37.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#173686
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Mandarin fish "Synchiropus splendidus" colourized

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MARINE-LIFE PROTECTION
SYNCHIROPUS SPLENDIDUS

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The Palau commemorative series “Marine Life Protection” is one of the longest running color coin series in the world. With the first coin issued in 1992 (“Year Of Marine Life Protection”) the series has seen many releases to date featuring tropical marine creatures and exotic mermaid and neptune designs that changed each year.

Interesting fact

The Mandarin fish coin from Palau features a unique design that showcases the island nation's rich marine life. The coin's reverse side features a colorful image of a Mandarin fish, a species known for its vibrant colors and distinctive pattern. The coin's obverse side features the Palauan coat of arms and the inscription "Republic of Palau." The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a sought-after collector's item for numismatists and marine life enthusiasts.