2 Pa'anga - Taufa’ahau Tupou IV (Swimming) 1988 front 2 Pa'anga - Taufa’ahau Tupou IV (Swimming) 1988 back
2 Pa'anga - Taufa’ahau Tupou IV (Swimming) 1988 photo
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2 Pa'anga - Taufa’ahau Tupou IV Swimming

1988 year
Silver (.999) 155.52 g 65 mm
Description
Issuer
Tonga
King
Tāufaʻāhau Tupou IV (1965-2006)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1988
Value
2 Paʻanga 2 TOP = USD 0.85
Currency
Pa'anga (1967-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
155.52 g
Diameter
65 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#330027
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Swimmers within circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
XXIV OLYMPIAD SEOUL
FIVE OUNCES 2 PA'ANGA FINE SILVER

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Interesting fact

The 2 Pa'anga coin featuring Taufa'ahau Tupou IV (Swimming) from Tonga is a unique and interesting coin due to its unusual shape. Instead of being a traditional circular shape, this coin is shaped like a swimmer in motion, with the figure of Taufa'ahau Tupou IV depicted in a swimming pose. This unique shape adds an extra layer of collectibility and interest to the coin, making it a standout among other coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1988  2000 - - - - - -

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