10 Tala - Tanumafili II (Dr. Wilhelm Solf) 1980 front 10 Tala - Tanumafili II (Dr. Wilhelm Solf) 1980 back
10 Tala - Tanumafili II (Dr. Wilhelm Solf) 1980 photo
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10 Tala - Tanumafili II Dr. Wilhelm Solf

1980 year
Silver (.500) 31.47 g 38.7 mm
Description
Issuer
Samoa
Ruling authority
Malietoa Tanumafili II (1962-2007)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1980
Value
10 Tala 10 WST = USD 3.57
Currency
Tala (1967-date)
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
31.47 g
Diameter
38.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#118399
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Portrait of Dr. Wilhelm Solf facing left in German diplomatic uniform, tropical scene in the background.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DR. WILHELM SOLF GOVERNOR OF WESTERN SAMOA 1900·1910
ER
* 1980 *

Engraver: E.W. Roberts

Interesting fact

The 10 Tala coin featuring Tanumafili II (Dr. Wilhelm Solf) from Samoa is a unique and interesting coin due to its historical significance. Dr. Wilhelm Solf was a German colonial administrator who served as the Governor of Samoa from 1900 to 1914. He was instrumental in introducing modern infrastructure and reforms to the island nation, and his legacy is still remembered today. The coin, minted in 1980, is a tribute to his contributions to Samoa's development.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1980  3000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Tala - Tanumafili II (Dr. Wilhelm Solf) 1980 coin.