10 Tala - Tanumafili II (XXV Summer Olympics - Javelin Thrower) 1991 front 10 Tala - Tanumafili II (XXV Summer Olympics - Javelin Thrower) 1991 back
10 Tala - Tanumafili II (XXV Summer Olympics - Javelin Thrower) 1991 photo
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10 Tala - Tanumafili II XXV Summer Olympics - Javelin Thrower

1991 year
Silver (.925) 31.47 g 38.7 mm
Description
Issuer
Samoa
Ruling authority
Malietoa Tanumafili II (1962-2007)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1991
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
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#76345
Rarity index
64%

Reverse

Javelin thrower in front of the temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (1981) in Apia.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
OLYMPIC GAMES 1992
1991

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 10 Tala coin featuring Tanumafili II (XXV Summer Olympics - Javelin Thrower) from Samoa is a unique and interesting coin due to its depiction of a Polynesian athlete participating in a traditional Samoan sport, javelin throwing. This coin showcases the rich cultural heritage of Samoa and highlights the country's participation in international sports events.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1991  70000 - - - - - -

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