10 Vatu (Papilio toboroi) 2006 front 10 Vatu (Papilio toboroi) 2006 back
10 Vatu (Papilio toboroi) 2006 photo
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10 Vatu Papilio toboroi

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 (Round)
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#142692
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Multicolor butterfly, denomination below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Papilio toboroi
CCC
10 VATU

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Papilio toboroi, also known as the Vanuatu Swallowtail, is a species of butterfly that is endemic to Vanuatu. It is featured on the 10 Vatu coin, which was issued in 2006 as part of a series of coins showcasing the country's unique wildlife. The coin's design depicts the butterfly in flight, with its distinctive black and yellow wings spread wide. The use of silver plating on copper-nickel gives the coin a shiny, mirror-like finish that enhances the detail and beauty of the design.

Price

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

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