10 Vatu (Libythea geoffroyi) 2006 front 10 Vatu (Libythea geoffroyi) 2006 back
10 Vatu (Libythea geoffroyi) 2006 photo

10 Vatu Libythea geoffroyi

2006 year
Silver (.999) clad copper-nickel 25.9 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Vanuatu › Vanuatu (1980-date)
Period
Republic (1980-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2006
Value
10 Vatu 10 VUV = USD 0.08
Currency
Vatu (1982-date)
Composition
Silver (.999) clad copper-nickel
Weight
25.9 g
Diameter
40 mm
Thickness
2.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#335611
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Multicolor butterfly above value.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Libythea geoffroyi
10 VATU

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Besides those six, already listed in KM Catalog, there are at least three other 2006 Vanuatu 10 Vatu "Butterfly" coins, all with CCC (Crystal Colour Collection) mint mark and with their certificate (in German).
On certificate there is mintage of 5000, but coin weight is different (not 31.1 g as written on certificate).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Vatu (Libythea geoffroyi) 2006 coin from Vanuatu is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features an image of a traditional Vanuatuan warrior, while the reverse side depicts a beautiful butterfly, the Libythea geoffroyi, which is native to the islands of Vanuatu. This design not only highlights the country's natural beauty but also pays tribute to its rich cultural traditions.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2006  5000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Vatu (Libythea geoffroyi) 2006 coin.