1 Dollar (White Shark) 2008 front 1 Dollar (White Shark) 2008 back
1 Dollar (White Shark) 2008 photo
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1 Dollar White Shark

2008 year
Copper-nickel 26.8 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Palau
Period
Republic (1992-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2008
Value
1 Dollar (1&nbspUSD)
Currency
Dollar of the United States (1992-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
26.8 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Thickness
2.76 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#39601
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Great white shark in color

Script: Latin

Lettering: MARINE LIFE PROTECTION

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 1 Dollar (White Shark) 2008 coin from Palau made of Copper-nickel weighing 26.8 g features a unique design that showcases a majestic white shark swimming in the ocean, with a detailed representation of its dorsal fin and tail. The coin's obverse side features the Palauan coat of arms, while the reverse side features the white shark design. This coin is a fascinating collector's item for those interested in marine life, wildlife conservation, or unique numismatic designs.