This 2021 coin is produced by Scottsdale Mint on behalf of the Central Bank of Samoa. These coins are legal tender there (2 Tala). This 1 troy ounce coin is minted in pure silver (99.9%) and has a Brilliantly Uncirculated quality. The coin has an edition of 5,000.
The obverse of the coin shows the coat of arms of Samoa which is inspired by the United Nations. The background is crossed with a grid like the United Nations coat of arms, most other elements are duplicated on the national flag. The reverse of the coin shows a seahorse. What is special about seahorses is that reproduction occurs in the belly of the male and not the female. A scientific name for seahorse is ''Hippocampus''. This comes from Ancient Greek (hippos: horse, kampos: sea monster) and refers to the Greek mythical creature Hippocampus.
The face of the coin shows a seahorse. What is special about seahorses is that reproduction takes place in the abdomen of the male and not in the female. A scientific name for seahorse is ''Hippocampus''. This comes from Ancient Greek (hippos: horse, kampos: sea monster) and refers to the Greek mythical creature Hippocampus.
The reverse of the coin shows the coat of arms of Samoa which is inspired by the United Nations. The background is crossed with a grid like the coat of arms of the United Nations, most other elements are duplicated on the national flag.
Supplied in a plastic coin capsule.