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2 Pa'anga - Taufa'ahau Tupou IV Countermarked - INVESTITURE
1968 year| Gold plated copper-nickel | 42.15 g | 44.5 mm |
| Issuer | Tonga |
|---|---|
| King | Tāufaʻāhau Tupou IV (1965-2006) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1968 |
| Value | 2 Paʻanga 2 TOP = USD 0.85 |
| Currency | Pa'anga (1967-date) |
| Composition | Gold plated copper-nickel |
| Weight | 42.15 g |
| Diameter | 44.5 mm |
| Thickness | 3.15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#120073 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
National Coat of Arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TWO PA'ANGA
TONGA
Edge
Milled
Comment
Countermarked on KM# 37.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Pa'anga - Taufa'ahau Tupou IV (Countermarked - INVESTITURE) 1968 coin from Tonga is that it features a unique countermark, which is a small stamp or marking that is applied to the coin to signify a special occasion or event. In this case, the countermark reads "INVESTITURE" and commemorates the investiture of King Taufa'ahau Tupou IV, who ruled Tonga from 1965 until his death in 2006. The countermark adds an extra layer of significance and rarity to the coin, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Pa'anga - Taufa'ahau Tupou IV (Countermarked - INVESTITURE) 1968 coin.
