© GHUWALEWALA
© GHUWALEWALA
10 Dollars 10th Anniversary of Independence
1980 year| Silver (.500) | 28.44 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Fiji |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1970-1987) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1980 |
| Value | 10 Dollars 10 FJD = USD 4.54 |
| Currency | Dollar (1969-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 28.44 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#129132 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Portrait of Prince Charles (now King Charles III since 8 September 2022).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TENTH ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE
H.R.H. PRINCE CHARLES
10 DOLLARS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases Fiji's cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Fijian coat of arms, which includes a shield with a cocoa pod, a sugarcane stalk, and a coconut tree, representing the country's three main agricultural products. The reverse side features a traditional Fijian village scene, complete with a thatched roof hut, a canoe, and a palm tree. This design was created by the Fijian artist, Jone Tuiipelehaki, and it adds a touch of authenticity and cultural significance to the coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | 5001 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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