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10 Dollars - Elizabeth II Lapita art
2008 year| Gold (.999) | 1 g | 13.92 mm |
| Issuer | Fiji |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| 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.