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5 Seniti - Salote Tupou III
1967 year| Copper-nickel | 2.83 g | 19.41 mm |
| Issuer | Tonga |
|---|---|
| King | Tāufaʻāhau Tupou IV (1965-2006) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1967 |
| Value | 5 Seniti (0.05 TOP) |
| Currency | Pa'anga (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Diameter | 19.41 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 October 2015 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#8013 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 18% |
Reverse
Denomination and stars flanked by sprigs.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TONGA
5
SENITI
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 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 a circle of waves. This design not only showcases Tonga's rich cultural heritage but also highlights the country's connection to the sea and its maritime history.
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 5 Seniti - Salote Tupou III 1967 coin.
