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2 Pa'anga - Taufa'ahau Tupou IV Countermarked OIL SEARCH
1968 year| Gold plated copper-nickel | 41.76 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 | 41.76 g |
| Diameter | 44.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#66389 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 70% |
Reverse
National arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TWO PA'ANGA
TONGA
Edge
Milled
Comment
NOTE: countermarked "1969 / OIL SEARCH" on Tonga KM# 37Interesting fact
The 2 Pa'anga coin from Tonga featuring Taufa'ahau Tupou IV with a countermark of OIL SEARCH is an interesting piece because it was issued in 1968, during a time when Tonga was facing economic challenges due to the decline of the copra industry. The coin's gold plating and copper-nickel composition also make it stand out, as it was not common for coins of its time to have such a unique combination of materials. Additionally, its weight of 41.76 grams is notable, as it is slightly heavier than a standard coin of similar size.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 5039 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 OIL SEARCH) 1968 coin.
