50 Seniti - Salote Tupou III 1967 front 50 Seniti - Salote Tupou III 1967 back
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50 Seniti - Salote Tupou III

1967 year
Copper-nickel 18.14 g 34.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Tonga
King
Tāufaʻāhau Tupou IV (1965-2006)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1967
Value
50 Seniti (0.50&nbspTOP)
Currency
Pa'anga (1967-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
18.14 g
Diameter
34.5 mm
Thickness
2.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1 October 2015
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#11417
Rarity index
22%

Reverse

Coat of arms, denomination above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
50 SENITI
TONGA

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Seniti - Salote Tupou III 1967 coin from Tonga is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin's reverse features a Tongan warrior standing on a beach, with a traditional Tongan hut and coconut trees in the background. This design was created by the Tongan artist, F.M. Faka'osi, and it is a departure from the more traditional designs found on coins from other countries. The use of a local artist and a unique design helps to make the coin stand out and reflects the rich culture and history of Tonga.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1967  5000 - - - - - -

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