1000 Tala - Tanumafili II (Royal Wedding) 1981 front 1000 Tala - Tanumafili II (Royal Wedding) 1981 back
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1000 Tala - Tanumafili II Royal Wedding

1981 year
Gold (.917) 33.95 g 38.7 mm
Description
Issuer
Samoa
Ruling authority
Malietoa Tanumafili II (1962-2007)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1981
Value
1000 Tala 1000 WST = USD 357
Currency
Tala (1967-date)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
33.95 g
Diameter
38.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#90787
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Conjoined busts Princess Diana and Prince Charles facing left, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
WEDDING OF H.R.H. PRINCE CHARLES
ER
· 1981 ·

Engraver: E. W. Roberts

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1000 Tala - Tanumafili II (Royal Wedding) 1981 coin from Samoa is a unique and valuable collector's item, as it was minted to commemorate the royal wedding of King Tanumafili II and his wife, Queen Masenate. The coin is made of gold (.917) and weighs 33.95 grams, making it a substantial and impressive piece. Its rarity and historical significance make it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of royal memorabilia.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1981  100 - - - - - -

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