100 Vatu (New Bank Building) 2009 front 100 Vatu (New Bank Building) 2009 back
100 Vatu (New Bank Building) 2009 photo
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100 Vatu New Bank Building

2009 year
Silver clad copper-nickel 15 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Vanuatu › Vanuatu (1980-date)
Period
Republic (1980-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2009
Value
100 Vatu 100 VUV = USD 0.84
Currency
Vatu (1982-date)
Composition
Silver clad copper-nickel
Weight
15 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#238472
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Building of the Reserve Bank 1990 — 2008

Script: Latin

Lettering:
RESERVE BANK BLONG VANUATU
1990 - 2008
VATU 100

Comment

This coin was sold inside a set of three coins to commemorate the opening of the new building of the Reserve Bank of Vanuatu

Interesting fact

The 100 Vatu coin from Vanuatu features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Ni-Vanuatu man and woman, dressed in traditional clothing and holding traditional instruments. The reverse side features an image of the new bank building in Port Vila, the capital city of Vanuatu. This design represents the blending of traditional culture with modern development, highlighting Vanuatu's commitment to preserving its cultural heritage while embracing progress and innovation.