2 Dollars (Four Guardians - Vermilion Bird) 2023 front 2 Dollars (Four Guardians - Vermilion Bird) 2023 back
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2 Dollars Four Guardians - Vermilion Bird

2023 year
Silver (.999) 31.1 g 40.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Samoa
Period
Republic (2007-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2023
Value
2 Tala 2 WST = USD 0.71
Currency
Tala (1967-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
31.1 g
Diameter
40.6 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#376917
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Vermillion Bird with widely spread wings and majestic tail feathers above compass rose.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
N
W E
S
Vermillion Bird of the South Summer

Edge

Reeded

Comment

In addition to the White Tiger of the West, there is also Azure Dragon of the East, the Vermillion Bird of the South, and the Black Tortoise of the North.

Interesting fact

The Four Guardians - Vermilion Bird coin from Samoa features a unique design that showcases the four guardians of the four directions in Chinese culture - the Vermilion Bird, the Azure Dragon, the White Tiger, and the Black Warrior. Each guardian is represented on the coin with intricate details and symbolism, making it a fascinating collector's item for those interested in Chinese culture and numismatics.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2023  10000 - - - - - -

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