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10 Sene - Tanumafili II
| Copper-nickel | 5.65 g | 23.6 mm |
| Issuer | Samoa |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Malietoa Tanumafili II (1962-2007) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1974-2000 |
| Value | 10 Sene (0.10 WST) |
| Currency | Tala (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 5.65 g |
| Diameter | 23.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#3693 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Taro plant (binomial name: Colocasia esculenta).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10
SENE
JB
Engraver: George James Berry
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 10 Sene coin from Samoa featuring Tanumafili II, which was minted between 1974 and 2000, is interesting because it was one of the first coins to feature a Polynesian king. Tanumafili II was the second king of Samoa, ruling from 1962 until his death in 2007. He was known for his efforts to modernize and develop Samoa, and his image on the coin reflects his importance in the country's history and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | 1580000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1987 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1988 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1993 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1996 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Sene - Tanumafili II 1974-2000 coin.
