1 Tala Titan Arum
2018 year| Titanium (.990) | 10 g | 36.1 mm |
| Issuer | Samoa |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Central Bank of Samoa (Faletupe Tutotonu o Samoa) |
| Period | Republic (2007-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2018 |
| Value | 1 Tala 1 WST = USD 0.36 |
| Currency | Tala (1967-date) |
| Composition | Titanium (.990) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 36.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#308148 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
The growth cycle of the Titan Arum (Amorphophallus titanum) or Corps flower.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
$1
1 DAY
3 MONTHS 9 - 24 MONTHS 1 MONTH 2 - 6 MONTHS 3 MONTHS 1 - 2 DAYS 2 - 4 WEEKS 9 MONTHS
Comment
Amorphophallus titanum, known as corpse flower or titan arum, is native to the island of Sumatra in western Indonesia. It is celebrated for its enormous, malodorous flower spike—the largest unbranched inflorescence in the Plant Kingdom.Interesting fact
The 1 Tala (Titan Arum) 2018 coin from Samoa made of Titanium (.990) weighing 10g is interesting because it features a unique design of the Titan Arum, a rare and exotic flower also known as the "corpse flower" due to its strong, unpleasant odor. The coin's design showcases the flower's striking appearance, with its deep purple petals and white stamens, making it a standout piece in any coin collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Tala (Titan Arum) 2018 coin.
