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10 Vatu Sea Turtle
2006 year| Copper-nickel | 25.9 g | 38.61 mm |
| 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 | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 25.9 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 2.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#364199 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Sea Turtle swimming above a seabed, all in color.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARINE LIFE PROTECTION
10 VATU
Interesting fact
The 10 Vatu (Sea Turtle) coin from Vanuatu features a unique design that showcases the country's rich marine life, specifically the Hawksbill sea turtle, which is an endangered species. The coin's design highlights the turtle's distinctive features, such as its sharp beak and flippers, and its beautiful shell. The coin's obverse side features the Vanuatu coat of arms, which includes a boar's tusk and a fern, symbolizing the country's rich cultural heritage and natural resources. The coin's reverse side features a stunning depiction of a Hawksbill sea turtle swimming in the crystal-clear waters of Vanuatu, surrounded by coral and other marine life. The coin's unique design and the use of copper-nickel as its material make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and marine life enthusiasts alike.
