© Richard Thomas
© Richard Thomas
1 Tala - Tanumafili II US Bicentennial; Silver Proof issue
1976 year| Silver (.925) | 30.4 g | 38.8 mm |
| Issuer | Samoa |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Malietoa Tanumafili II (1962-2007) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1976 |
| Value | 1 Tala 1 WST = USD 0.36 |
| Currency | Tala (1967-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 30.4 g |
| Diameter | 38.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#146403 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Paul Revere riding, superimposed on USA map, with Old North Church, Boston, surrounded by trees on right of coin, and house and trees on left of coin.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1776·INDEPENDENCE·1976
U·S·A
$1
WESTERN SAMOA
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Tala - Tanumafili II (US Bicentennial; Silver Proof issue) 1976 coin from Samoa features a unique design that commemorates the 200th anniversary of the United States. The coin's obverse side depicts a portrait of Tanumafili II, the Malietoa (head of state) of Samoa, while the reverse side features an image of the Liberty Bell, a symbol of American independence. This coin is made of silver (.925) and weighs 30.4 grams. It is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 4127 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (US Bicentennial; Silver Proof issue) 1976 coin.
