10 Tala - Tanumafili II (Summer Olympics 1980; Silver Proof issue) 1980 front 10 Tala - Tanumafili II (Summer Olympics 1980; Silver Proof issue) 1980 back
10 Tala - Tanumafili II (Summer Olympics 1980; Silver Proof issue) 1980 photo
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10 Tala - Tanumafili II Summer Olympics 1980; Silver Proof issue

1980 year
Silver (.925) 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 (.925)
Weight
31.47 g
Diameter
38.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#359644
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Two runners jumping over hurdles, date above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
OLYMPIC GAMES
1980
ER

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Tala - Tanumafili II (Summer Olympics 1980; Silver Proof issue) coin from Samoa is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features an image of King Tanumafili II, while the reverse side depicts a traditional Samoan canoe, known as a " fautasi," which is a symbol of the country's maritime history and culture. This design was specifically created for the coin to commemorate Samoa's participation in the 1980 Summer Olympics, held in Moscow, Russia.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1980  4000 - - - - - -

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