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50 Vatu Nautilus Shell
1998 year| Silver (.925) | 31.47 g | 31.61 mm |
| Issuer | Vanuatu › Vanuatu (1980-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1980-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 50 Vatu 50 VUV = USD 0.42 |
| Currency | Vatu (1982-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 31.47 g |
| Diameter | 31.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#50671 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
(.916) Gold-plated shell, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MILLENNIUM 2000
50 VATU
Engraver: David Cornell
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 50 Vatu (Nautilus Shell) coin from Vanuatu is unique in that it features a nautilus shell on its reverse side, which is not a common design element in coinage.