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1 Tala - Tanumafili II
| Aluminium-nickel-bronze | 9.5 g | 30.6 mm |
| Issuer | Samoa |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Malietoa Tanumafili II (1962-2007) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1984-1987 |
| Value | 1 Tala (1 WST) |
| Currency | Tala (1967-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium-nickel-bronze |
| Weight | 9.5 g |
| Diameter | 30.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.0 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 30 December 2011 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#4106 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Coat of arms, date above, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1984
FAAVAE I LE ATUA SAMOA
$1
Translation: Samoa is founded on God
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Tala coin from Samoa, featuring Tanumafili II, has a unique feature - it has a hollow center. This was done to reduce the weight of the coin while maintaining its size, making it easier to handle and transport.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Tala - Tanumafili II 1984-1987 coin.
