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50 Sene - Tanumafili II Independence
1987 year| Copper-nickel | 14 g | 32.4 mm |
| Issuer | Samoa |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Malietoa Tanumafili II (1962-2007) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1987 |
| Value | 50 Sene (0.50 WST) |
| Currency | Tala (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 14 g |
| Diameter | 32.4 mm |
| Thickness | 2.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#11415 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 58% |
Reverse
The Samoan coat of arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COMMEMORATING 25 YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE
50 SENE
Designer: Horst Hahne
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The 50 Sene - Tanumafili II (Independence) 1987 coin from Samoa features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the portrait of King Tanumafili II, while the reverse side features a traditional Samoan dancer performing a traditional dance, known as the "siva," in front of a coconut tree. This design was chosen to commemorate Samoa's independence from New Zealand in 1962.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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