10 Tala (Football World Championship 1998) 1998 front 10 Tala (Football World Championship 1998) 1998 back
10 Tala (Football World Championship 1998) 1998 photo
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10 Tala Football World Championship

1998 year
Silver (.925) 31.47 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Samoa
Ruling authority
Malietoa Tanumafili II (1962-2007)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1998
Value
10 Tala 10 WST = USD 3.57
Currency
Tala (1967-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
31.47 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#151270
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Soccer player and line drawing of rooster in background

Script: Latin

Lettering: FOOTBALL WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 1998

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 10 Tala coin from Samoa, issued in 1998 to commemorate the Football World Championship, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich culture and heritage. The coin's obverse side features a traditional Samoan canoe, known as a " fautasi," which is a symbol of the country's seafaring history and its connection to the ocean. The reverse side features a football player in action, representing Samoa's passion for the sport and its participation in the global event. The coin's silver composition and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and football enthusiasts alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1998  10000 - - - - - -

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