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1 Tala Samoan Flying Fox
2010 year| Gold (.999) | 0.50 g | 11 mm |
| Location | Samoa |
|---|---|
| Issuing company | CIT |
| Period | Republic (2007-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2010 |
| Value | 1 Tala 1 WST = USD 0.36 |
| Currency | Tala (1967-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 0.50 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#161535 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Samoan Flying Fox (bat) in flight.
Lettering:
SAMOAN FLYING FOX
2010 PTEROPUS SAMOENSIS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Samoa flying fox (Pteropus samoensis) is a species of flying fox in the family Pteropodidae.It is found in Samoa, American Samoa and Fiji. Its habitat is primary or secondary moist forest, plantations, agroforest and the vicinity of villages. Unlike most flying foxes, this species roosts alone or in small family groups.
It is threatened by habitat loss.
Interesting fact
The Samoan Flying Fox 1 Tala coin, made of gold (.999) and weighing 0.50g, is a non-circulating coin issued in 2010. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a flying fox, a type of bat that is native to Samoa and other Pacific Island nations. The flying fox is considered a symbol of prosperity and good luck in Samoan culture, making this coin a special and meaningful collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Tala (Samoan Flying Fox) 2010 coin.
