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2 Tala Seahorse
2018 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Samoa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (2007-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2018 |
| Value | 2 Tala 2 WST = USD 0.71 |
| Currency | Tala (1967-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Thickness | 3.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#147804 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 58% |
Reverse
Seahorse and grass, weight and purity above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1 OZ 999 SILVER SEAHORSE
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Seahorse, named as such for its horse-like head, is native to the tropical waters surrounding the Samoan Islands in the South Pacific Ocean and can most often be found feeding or hiding in the ocean’s mangrove forests and sea grass beds.Interesting fact
The 2 Tala (Seahorse) 2018 coin from Samoa is unique in that it features a seahorse design, which is not a common motif in coinage. The coin's designer, Ian Rank-Broadley, is a well-known British sculptor and engraver who has created many commemorative coins for various countries. The seahorse on the coin is depicted in a curved pose, giving the impression that it is swimming through the water. The coin's silver content and detailed design make it a popular collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Tala (Seahorse) 2018 coin.
