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2 Seniti - Salote Tupou III
1967 year| Bronze | 3.9 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Tonga |
|---|---|
| King | Tāufaʻāhau Tupou IV (1965-2006) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1967 |
| Value | 2 Seniti (0.02 TOP) |
| Currency | Pa'anga (1967-date) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 October 2015 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#8012 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Tu'i Malila, a Radiated Tortoise (Geochelone radiata) given to the Tongan Royal Family by Captain Cook in 1777.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 2 SENITI
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Seniti - Salote Tupou III 1967 coin from Tonga is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin's reverse depicts a traditional Tongan canoe, known as a "drua," which was an important mode of transportation for the Tongan people in the past. The drua is shown sailing through the waters of the Pacific Ocean, surrounded by palm trees and a sunset in the background. This design not only showcases Tonga's rich cultural heritage but also highlights the country's connection to the sea and its natural resources.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Seniti - Salote Tupou III 1967 coin.
