10 Tālā - Tanumafili II ("La Récherche") 2004 front 10 Tālā - Tanumafili II ("La Récherche") 2004 back
10 Tālā - Tanumafili II ("La Récherche") 2004 photo
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10 Tālā - Tanumafili II "La Récherche"

2004 year
Silver (.900) 28.58 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Samoa
Ruling authority
Malietoa Tanumafili II (1962-2007)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2004
Value
10 Tala 10 WST = USD 3.57
Currency
Tala (1967-date)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
28.58 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#72124
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Sailing ship "La Récherche"

Script: Latin

Lettering: Jean Francois Galaup - Comte de la Perouse

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Tālā - Tanumafili II ("La Récherche") 2004 coin from Samoa is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich 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 "la research," which was used by the Samoan people for fishing and transportation. The coin's design is a nod to Samoa's maritime history and its strong connection to the ocean.