1 Koula - Salote Tupou III 1962 front 1 Koula - Salote Tupou III 1962 back
1 Koula - Salote Tupou III 1962 photo
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1 Koula - Salote Tupou III

1962 year
Platinum (.999) 38.57 g -
Description
Issuer
Tonga
Queen
Sālote Tupou III (1918-1965)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1962
Value
1 Koula
Currency
Pound (1921-1967)
Composition
Platinum (.999)
Weight
38.57 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#99746
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Standing Queen Salote Tudou III facing left.

Lettering:
SALOTE TUPOU III
1962

Designer: Dudley Moore Blakely

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Koula - Salote Tupou III 1962 coin from Tonga is that it features a unique design, showcasing the portrait of Queen Salote Tupou III on the obverse side, while the reverse side features a traditional Tongan motif, the "Tongan war club" or "Koula". This design was specifically created for this coin, and it is not found on any other coin. Additionally, the use of platinum as the material for this coin adds to its rarity and exclusivity, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1962  25 - - - - - -

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