The island nation of Samoa is located in the South Pacific and is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations. The islands that make up Samoa were once a part of New Zealand, but today the six-island nation enjoys independent governance. Like many other nations around the globe, Samoa has silver bullion coins issued on its behalf. In the case of this nation, the private Scottsdale Mint in the United States produces coins for the nation. Today, you have the chance to buy 2020 Antique Samoa Seahorse 1 oz Silver Coins online from Provident Metals.
Highlights:
Seahorses are one of the more unique species of marine fish in the world. The group consists of 46 individual species of various sizes living in various regions of the worlds oceans. Seahorses are upright swimming fish with heads shaped like that of a horse, a body made of segments of boney armor, and a curled, prehensile tail. The seahorse is famed in the animal kingdom for its relationship between males and females.
Obverse
On the obverse of the 2020 Antique Samoa Seahorse 1 oz Silver Coin is a depiction of a seahorse. The animal featured here is in right-profile relief with bubbles popping up through the water and stylized waves.
Reverse
The reverse field of 2020 Antique Samoa Seahorse Silver Coins includes a vision of the Samoan coat of arms. The national coat of arms is based on the United Nations shield with a hatched circle behind the shield and fern wreaths flanking both sides of the seal. The top half of the shield in the Samoan seal boasting an island view of the ocean and palm trees. In the bottom half of the shield is a depiction of the Southern Cross constellation. Inscriptions on this side of the coin read Samoa 2020, .999 Fine Silver, 2 Tala, and 1 Troy Ounce.
History
The Samoa Seahorse Series is in its third year of availability with this 2020 release, having debuted in 2018. The Scottsdale Mint issues two versions of the Samoa Seahorse and also has a Samoan series with the Serpent of Milan artwork.
Ordering
2020 Antique Samoa Seahorse 1 oz Silver Coins are available to you with antique polish on the blanks that creates matte visuals and the appearance of age, even the coin is brand-new from the mint. Each individual coin is housed in an individual protective capsule. Multiples of five come in sealed skinboards.
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Year | 2020 |
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Mint Mark | Not Shown |
Metals Purity | .999 |
Producer | Scottsdale Mint |
Thickness | 3.2 mm |
Diameter | 39 mm |
Inner Pack | 5 |
Outer Pack | 25 |
Condition | Antique |
Denomination | 2 Tala |
Country | Samoa |
Edge Style | Reeded |
Product Series | Samoan Seahorse |
Certificate of Authenticity | No |
Capsule Size | 39 mm |
Packaging | Plastic Capsule |
Metal Content | 1 Troy Ounce |
Shipping | Orders over $199 Ship Free |
Packaging Dimensions | 3.4 x 2.6 x 0.4 |
Provident ID | 3794119 |