10 Vatu (Ornithoptera priamus urvillianus) 2006 front 10 Vatu (Ornithoptera priamus urvillianus) 2006 back
10 Vatu (Ornithoptera priamus urvillianus) 2006 photo
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10 Vatu Ornithoptera priamus urvillianus

2006 year
Silver plated copper-nickel 26 g 38.61 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 plated copper-nickel
Weight
26 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#142694
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Multicolor butterfly, denomination below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Ornithoptera Priamus Urvillianus
CCC
10 VATU

Interesting fact

The 10 Vatu coin from Vanuatu features a beautiful butterfly, the Ornithoptera priamus urvillianus, also known as the Priam's Birdwing. It's a species of swallowtail butterfly that is native to the islands of Vanuatu and New Caledonia. The coin's design showcases the butterfly's vibrant colors and intricate patterns, making it a unique and interesting collector's item for numismatists and entomology enthusiasts alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2006  2500 - - - - - -

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