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20 Sene - Tanumafili II
1967 year| Copper-nickel | 11.31 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Samoa |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Malietoa Tanumafili II (1962-2007) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1967 |
| Value | 20 Cents (Sene) (0.20 WST) |
| Currency | Tala (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 11.31 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#3690 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Samoan coat of arms (minus motto) within wreath. Cross on crest divides date. Value written around top, numerical value at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LUASEFULU SENE
19 67
20
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 20 Sene coin from Samoa featuring Tanumafili II, minted in 1967, is interesting because it was the first coin to feature the portrait of the country's head of state, Malietoa Tanumafili II, who was the first Samoan to hold the position of Head of State. This coin was also the first to be minted in copper-nickel, a metal that is resistant to corrosion and has a long lifespan, making it an ideal choice for coins that are meant to be used frequently.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Sene - Tanumafili II 1967 coin.
