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100 Tala - Tanumafili II Captain James Cook
1979 year| Gold (.917) | 12.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Samoa |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Malietoa Tanumafili II (1962-2007) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 100 Tala 100 WST = USD 36 |
| Currency | Tala (1967-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 12.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#120140 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Portrait of James Cook above HMS Resolution, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BICENTENARY·CAPTAIN JAMES COOK·1779
1728-79
H.M.S. RESOLUTION
1979 JB
Engraver: George James Berry
Interesting fact
The 100 Tala coin featuring Captain James Cook, issued in 1979 by Samoa, has a unique feature - it has a mirror-like finish on the reverse side, creating a striking effect for the holder.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Tala - Tanumafili II (Captain James Cook) 1979 coin.
