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100 Tālā - Tanumafili II U.S. Bicentennial
1976 year| Gold (.917) | 15.55 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Samoa |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Malietoa Tanumafili II (1962-2007) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1976 |
| Value | 100 Tala 100 WST = USD 36 |
| Currency | Tala (1967-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 15.55 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#91257 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Horseback rider in front of outline of USA.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1776 · INDEPENDENCE · 1976
U·S·A
$100
WESTERN SAMOA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 100 Tālā - Tanumafili II (U.S. Bicentennial) 1976 coin from Samoa is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 200th anniversary of the United States' independence. The coin's obverse side depicts the portrait of Tanumafili II, the Malietoa (head of state) of Samoa, while the reverse side features an image of the Liberty Bell, a symbol of American independence, surrounded by the words "U.S. Bicentennial 1776-1976" and "Samoa 100 Tālā." This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number minted, making it a sought-after piece among coin collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Tālā - Tanumafili II (U.S. Bicentennial) 1976 coin.
