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10 Dollars - Elizabeth II Lapita art
2008 yearGold (.999) | 1 g | 13.92 mm |
Issuer | Fiji |
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Period | Republic (1987-date) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2008 |
Value | 10 Dollars 10 FJD = USD 4.54 |
Currency | Dollar (1969-date) |
Composition | Gold (.999) |
Weight | 1 g |
Diameter | 13.92 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#174720 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Figure with geometric shapes
Script: Latin
Lettering:
L A P I T A A R T
10 DOLLARS
Designer: Ian Rank-Broadley
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2008 Fiji 10 Dollars Elizabeth II (Lapita art) gold coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the art of the ancient Lapita people, who were the original inhabitants of Fiji and other Pacific Island nations. The coin's reverse side features a reproduction of a Lapita pottery design, which is known for its intricate and distinctive patterns. This design element adds a touch of cultural significance to the coin, making it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists and enthusiasts of Pacific Island history and culture.