| Coin | Silver Ounce 2023 American Eagle |
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The currency of Samoa is the Tālā, the name of which is a transliteration of the English words Dollar; it was introduced in 1967. On coinage sometimes the English word is inscribed, especially on commemorative and bullion coins not intended to circulate within the country.
Samoa has authorised some private mints to issue coins under its jurisdiction, which come in a variety of sizes - including in the popular silver ounce (1 oz silver) format, such as this one.
This premium bullion coin is the second "Eagle" design for Samoa, and the first featuring an American Eagle.
The coin is designed by renowned US engraver, John M. Mercanti, who was the twelfth Chief Engraver of the United States Mint until his retirement in late 2010. He is best known for his works in the American Eagle series of the U.S. Mint, and also designs the Australian Wedge-tailed Eagle for the Perth Mint. |
| Mint | LPM |
Mint Mark | No mint mark |
Mintage | unknown
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| Obverse | |
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The obverse of the coin features the Coat of Arms of Samoa. It consists of a shield, the lower two-thirds of which have five stars representing the constellation of the Southern Cross; the upper third depicts a beach and a coconut palm. The shield is surmounted by a cross with rays radiating from its centre, and is superimposed on two concentric circles representing the world, and an olive branch wreath - as in the United Nations Badge. On a ribbon below, the motto FA'AVAE I LE ATUA SAMOA, meaning "God be the Foundation of Samoa".
Around above, the name of the country: SAMOA
The precious metal content 1 oz Ag999 (one troy ounce of 99.9% silver) is inscribed in small letters around below left; around below right, the face value in English spelling: 2 DOLLARS. |
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The reverse of the coin features an American bald eagle in flight, facing left. In the background, mountains and the rays of the rising sun.
The designer's initials JM, for John M. Mercanti, are above the exergue line on the right.
Around above, the inscription LIBERTY, as on U.S. coinage. Below the exergue line, the United States motto IN GOD WE TRUST.
Around below, the date of issue 2023. |
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LIBERTY IN GOD WE TRUST 2023 |
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| Edge | Milled | Edge Inscription | None |
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| Notes | Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated.
Packaging: individual coin in capsule, 20 coins in mint tube, or 500 in monster box. |
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