Silver Ounce 2024 Street Fighter, Coin from Samoa - detailed information

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 coin is part of a series featuring the game Street Fighter and its characters.

Street Fighter’s impact on the video game industry became more apparent with the release of its sequel, Street Fighter II, in 1991. The original game established the basic framework of one-on-one fighting, special moves activated by specific button combinations, and international characters with unique fighting styles. These elements would be refined and expanded in later iterations, influencing countless fighting games that followed.

The legacy of Street Fighter extends far beyond the gaming world. Its characters, particularly Ryu and Ken, have become iconic figures in popular culture. The franchise has spawned numerous sequels, spin-offs, animated series, comics, and even Hollywood movies. Street Fighter’s success helped establish fighting games as a major genre and contributed to the growth of competitive gaming and esports.