50 Vatu (Barack Obama) 2009 front 50 Vatu (Barack Obama) 2009 back
50 Vatu (Barack Obama) 2009 photo

50 Vatu Barack Obama

2009 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Vanuatu › Vanuatu (1980-date)
Period
Republic (1980-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2009
Value
50 Vatu 50 VUV = USD 0.42
Currency
Vatu (1982-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#77260
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Portrait of Barack Obama facing right, with value left of bust. Cameo of the Coronet Eagle below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PRESIDENT B. OBAMA UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
50 VATU
✰ ✰ ✰ ✰

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Only on rare occasions has a sitting U.S. President been featured on a legal tender coin… but the inauguration of President Barack Obama in 2009 was such a milestone in history that he has been honoured on a special commemorative from Vanuatu. The design on the reverse of the coin features a portrait of Barack Obama with a cameo of the national symbol of the USA, the Coronet Eagle (based on an American gold coin).

Interesting fact

The Barack Obama 50 Vatu coin from Vanuatu is unique because it features a portrait of the former US President on one side and the Vanuatu coat of arms on the other, showcasing a blend of international politics and national identity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2009 PM 10000 - - - - - -

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