5 Tala - Tanumafili II War and Peace
1997 year| Silver (.925) | 15.55 g | - |
| Issuer | Samoa |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Malietoa Tanumafili II (1962-2007) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 5 Tala 5 WST = USD 1.79 |
| Currency | Tala (1967-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 15.55 g |
| Shape | Other (Jagged half of coin) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#46978 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Sword crossed by 3 arrows and spear, spearhead divides legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
WAR PEACE
GUERRE-PAIX
Comment
1/2 of 2-part coin, combined with Kiribati KM#22Cut edge follows International Date Line
Interesting fact
The 5 Tala - Tanumafili II (War and Peace) 1997 coin from Samoa features a unique design that represents the country's history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts the portrait of King Tanumafili II, while the reverse side features a traditional Samoan war canoe and the words "War and Peace" inscribed in Samoan language. This coin is made of silver (.925) and weighs 15.55 grams. It's a non-circulating coin, meaning it's not meant to be used as regular currency, but rather as a collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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