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COINS & BANKNOTES OF ISLAND NATIONS

Most of these small island nations have a relatively small population, so they need fewer coins. This results in many hard to find coins due to their low mintage.

ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR ISLANDS COIN SET  

Native wildlife is featured on this set of seven unofficial 2011 dated coins from the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The territory, located in the Indian Ocean, consists of 572 islands, of which just 38 are permanently inhabited. Denmark, Austria and Britain all attempted to colonize the islands. Britain eventually turned it into a penal colony. Japan occupied it in World War II. They are now a Union Territory of India. Over the years the indigenous inhabitants have been almost completely wiped out by disease, land encroachments and punitive military expeditions. Most of the few hundred that remain maintain a steadfast independence, refusing all outside contact. The bi-metallic 20 Rupees pictures a Nautilus. The bi-metallic 10 Rupees depicts a Dugong. An Indian Wild Boar is on the 5 Rupees. A Coconut Crab is shown on the 2 Rupees. The 1 Rupee has a Kuhl’s Flying Gecko. A Stork-billed Kingfisher is on the 50 Paisa and the Anadman clubtail butterfly is on the 25 Paise. The arms of the islands is on the obverse of each coin. Only 10,000 sets were minted.

INDIVIDUAL COINS FROM THE ABOVE ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR COIN SET:

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ARUBA COIN SET

Aruba is one of four countries that make up the Kingdom of the Netherlands (the others are Netherlands, Curacao and Sint Maarten).  This seven coin set includes the 2023 5 Florin, 1986 2 1/2 Florin, 2019 1 Florin, and 2023 50 Cents, 25 Cents, 10 Cents and 5 Cents.   The 1 and 5 Florin depict Netherlands King Willem-Alexander, the 2 1/2 Florin features Queen Beatrix. The lower values feature the denomination above a triangular pattern.  All of the coins include the Aruba coat of arms on the obverse.   The 50 Cents is a square coin.  The 1 and 2 1/2 Florin have lettered edges "GOD * ZIJ * MET * ONS *" (God be with us).

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FIRST MAN ON THE MOON COIN FROM ASCENSION

Ascension commemorated the 50th anniversary of the First Man on the Moon with this limited edition 2019 copper-nickel 1 Crown coin. The coin features an astronaut on the surface of the moon saluting the American flag.  The Lunar Module is in the background.  The planet earth rises above.  The NASA logo is also featured in the design.  Queen Elizabeth is on the obverse.  One of NASA's main tracking stations for the Apollo 11 lunar landing mission as well many other missions was located Devil’s Ashpit on the eastern side of Ascension Island. The 38.6mm Brilliant Uncirculated coin has a mintage of just 1,969 pieces.


Also see:
ORIGINAL APOLLO 11 MOON LANDING MEDAL

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ATTRACTIVE AND UNUSUAL BAHAMAS COIN SET 

This five coin set from The Bahamas features attractive designs, unusual shapes and an unusual denomination.  The 2015 1 cent features three starfish.  The 2015 5 cents depicts a pineapple.  The 10 cents has scallopped edges, features a pair of bonefish and is dated 2010.  The 2005 square 15 Cents is an unusual shape and and unusual denomination.  A Bahamian Sloop is on the 2007 dated 25 Cents.  The National Arms of The Bahamas is on the obverse of each coin.  All five coins are Brilliant Uncirculated.

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60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BRITISH ANTARCTIC TERRITORY

The British Antarctic Territory issued this 2022 bi-metallic 2 Pound coin to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the formation of the British Antarctic Territory.  The territory comprises the region south of 60°S latitude and between longitudes 20°W and 80°W, forming a wedge shape that extends to the South Pole.  It includes the Antarctic Peninsula and much of the Weddel Sea and overlaps claims by Argentina and Chile.  The 28.4mm coin has a copper-nickel center within a nickel-brass ring.  Queen Elizabeth is on the obverse.  A map of Antarctica highlighting the British territory and the territorial arms are on the reverse.  The coin has a mintage of 1,950 and comes in a descriptive package.

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LAST BRITISH EAST CARIBBEAN TERRITORIES 2 CENTS

The British Caribbean Territories – Eastern Group was a short-lived monetary union that provided coins and currency for the British controlled territories of Anguilla, Antigua, Barbados, British Guiana (now Guyana), British Virgin Islands, Dominica, Granada, Nevis, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and Trinidad & Tobago.  It was dissolved in 1965. One of its last coins was this bronze 1965 2 Cents.  The 31mm bronze coin depicts Queen Elizabeth on the obverse and the denomination on the reverse. It has a mintage of 500,000.

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CUTTY SARK ON 2021 BRITISH INDIAN OCEAN TERRITORY COINS

The British Indian Ocean Territory honored the ship Cutty Sark on 2021  silver and copper-nickel coins.  All three have similar designs featuring the famed ship under full sail on the reverse and Queen Elizabeth on the obverses.  The 38.6mm reverse frosted 1 troy ounce .999 fine silver 1 Royal has mintage of 10,000 pieces.  The 38.6mm copper-nickel 1 Royal has a mintage of only 4,750 pieces.  The Cutty Sark was one of the last, fastest and most famous British Tea Clipper Ships ever built. She was launched in 1869, the same year the Suez Canal was opened.  Though steam ships had much higher fuel costs, they proved more reliable, had lower insurance costs, and had a substantially shorter journey by using the Suez Canal, which was not suitable for sailing ships. The Cutty Sark sailed just eight tea trips from China before being moved to the Australia wool trade, then to other cargos. By 1922 she was the last clipper ship operating in the world.  Today she is a popular museum ship in permanent dry dock in Greenwich, England.

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BRITISH INDIAN OCEAN TERRITORY SEA LIFE COINS IN TITANIUM & COPPER-NICKEL

The British Indian Ocean Territory consists of the 55 islands of the Chagos Archipelago in the Indian Ocean. It is the home of some of the world’s cleanest oceans and has a vast array of marine wildlife.  In 2018 the British Indian Ocean Territory featured two giant species, the Manta Ray and the Coconut Crab, on coins struck in both titanium and copper-nickel.  The Manta Ray is a gentle giant of the ocean, reaching as much as 23 feet (7 meters) across and weighing almost 3000 pounds (1350 kg.).   They are harmless to humans and feed on microscopic zooplankton. The coin shows a Manta Ray skimming above the coral covered ocean floor followed by a group of Remoras. The Coconut Crab is the world’s largest Land Arthropod and an incredibly impressive looking crab.  It can weigh over 9 pound (4kg.) and its leg span can reach over 3 feet (1 meter).  It can live over 60 years. They are found throughout Indonesia, Indian Ocean and parts of the Pacific. Although their name suggests that they primarily feed on Coconuts, this is not the case and coconuts make up as small proportion of their diet. They can however be found climbing the Coconut Palms and occasionally using a broken coconut shells as protection. Recent footage has shown a coconut crab hunting a Sea bird! Once they get hold of the bird, their powerful claws easily break the bird’s wings and then more crabs that smell the kill will descend on the defenseless bird! Coconut crabs have been extensively hunted on islands where there is a human population as their flesh is considered both a delicacy and an aphrodisiac. When the tables are turned and they manage to pinch a human, they can cause considerable pain and will not release their grip for a long time. One technique used to free someone from their powerful grip is to tickle their underbelly!  The coin shows two large coconut crabs, one on the ground feasting on the flesh of a coconut and the other climbing a coconut palm.  The 2018 dated coins are denominated as 2 Pounds and come in two metals.  The Titanium coins are 36.1mm, weigh just 10 grams (about a third of an ounce), have a mintage of 7,500 pieces each and come in a capsule in a presentation box with a Certificate of Authenticity. The Manta Ray titanium coin is dark blue, while the Coconut Crab is struck in golden-brown titanium.  Because of the way the metal reacts and technical difficulty in striking titanium, the color of each coin is slightly different.  The copper-nickel coins are 38.6mm, weigh 28.28 grams and have a mintage of 10,000 each.  Queen Elizabeth is on the obverse of all the coins.

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BI-COLOR 2021 TITANIUM AND COPPER NICKEL COINS FEATURE PARROTFISH

British Indian Ocean Territory recently released 2021 bi-color titanium and copper nickel 2 Pound coins featuring three Parrotfish swimming among coral.  The arrangement of its teeth is highly unusual - arranged on the external surface of their jaw bones forming a parrot-like beak which gives the Parrotfish its name. This is not the only unusual characteristic of this particular species as they start their life as females but then change into males during their lifespan.  The titanium coin features yellow-green parrot-fish against a sea-blue background.   The coin is not painted but is anodized using a special process so that the color is an integral part of the metal of the coin.  It weighs only 10 grams and has a mintage of only 5000 pieces.  The coin comes is housed in a stunning red box with a Certificate of Authenticity.   The same design, but without color is used on a 38.6mm copper-nickel coin. The copper-nickel version has a mintage of 10,000 pieces.  Queen Elizabeth is on the obverse of both coins.

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WWII ARMY COMMEMORATIVE

The British Indian Ocean Territory issued this 39mm copper-nickel 2 Pound coins in 2019 to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the start of World War II.   The coin honors the Army and features a British soldier with a Matilda, a Churchill and a Cromwell tank in the background.  Queen Elizabeth is on the obvers.  The coin has a mintage of only 10,000 pieces

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BRITISH VIRGIN ISLAND DOLPHIN DOLLARS 

Frolicking bottlenose dolphins are featured on these three 1 Dollar coins of the British Virgin Islands. The 2004 issue features a dolphin swimming in a coral garden.  The 2005 depicts a mother and baby dolphin.  The 2006 issue depicts two dolphins in play. The Ian Rank-Broadley portrait of Queen Elizabeth is on the obverse of these 38.6mm copper-nickel coins.  The coins were a three-year series featuring these playful creatures which inhabit the waters surrounding the islands.  The British Virgin Islands, located northeast of Puerto Rico in the Caribbean, have a population of about 30,000 and an area of just 59 square miles (153 sq. km.).  It includes about 16 inhabited islands and some 50 smaller islands and cays. Only three annual issues were struck for this attractive series, before it was discontinued. 

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BEAUTIFUL BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS UNA AND THE LION DOLLARS

Una and the Lion is one of the most beautiful, popular and expensive of all British coins.  The gold 5 Pound coin was struck for the coronation of Queen Victoria in 1839. One recently sold for $188,667.  The design, created by sculptor William Wyon, was based on Edmund Spenser’s poem Faerie Queene which tells the tale of Princess Una after St. George had slayed the dragon and rescued her. During the course of her travels, Una met a lion who was so mesmerized by her beauty he became her companion and protector.  On the coin Una was modeled after 19-year old Queen Victoria.  The Lion is a traditional symbol of Britain. Thus the design is an analogy for Victoria leading Britain.  The legend ‘DIEU ET MON DROIT’ meaning ‘God on my Right’ is the motto of the British monarchy.  The British Virgin Islands recreated this beautiful design, initially on a silver dollar, and now on a copper-nickel dollar to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Queen Victoria.  The obverse features Queen Elizabeth, the great, great granddaughter of Queen Victoria.  Both are 38.6mm and denominated 1 Dollar.  The silver version has a frosted Brilliant Uncirculated finish and contains 1 troy once of .999 fine silver and a mintage of 50,000 pieces..   The copper nickel version has a mintage of just 10,000 pieces.  They are attractive coins at affordable prices.

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BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS 2019 PORCUPINE FISH COIN IN YELLOW TITANIUM & COPPER-NICKEL

The British Virgin Islands issued these 2019 coins depicting a Porcupine Fish in both Golden Yellow Titanium and copper-nickel.  Both coins have the same design, depicting Queen Elizabeth on the obverse and the unusual fish in a puffed-up state on the reverse.  The fish has the unusual ability to increase its size by almost double vertically by swallowing air.  This, and its sharp spines which radiate outward when the fish is inflated help discourage predators.  The golden yellow titanium version is denominated 5 Dollars, is 36.1mm, has a mintage of 7,500 and come in a box with a Certificate of Authenticity.   The copper-nickel version is denominated 1 Dollar, is 38.6mm and has a mintage of 10,000 pieces.

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BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS 2021 SILVER FLAMINGO

The British Virgin Islands recently released this beautiful 2021 reverse cameo frosted silver Flamingo dollar. The word ‘flamingo’ comes from the Portuguese/Spanish 'flamengo' meaning 'flame-colored'. Flamingos get their pink color from eating shrimp and algae containing carotenoid. Featured on the coin is a flamingo in a typical pose, standing on one leg with its head tucked down.  In the background is a flock of flamingos.  Flamingos are very sociable birds that live in colonies that can number thousands of birds.   Queen Elizabeth is on the obverse.  The 38.6mm coin contains 1 troy ounce of .999 fine silver and has a mintage of only 10,000 pieces.

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BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS CELEBRATES SAILING SHIPS

The British Virgin Islands issued a series of six coins depicting famous sailing ships that had some connection with the British Virgin Islands.  The 2022 dated 1 Dollar coins are 28.4mm and are struck in virenium (a gold colored alloy). Queen Elizabeth is on the obverse. The coins come in capsules and have a mintage of only 1950 pieces each. 

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CAPE VERDE COIN SET

Cape Verde is a group of 10 volcanic islands off the coast of Africa.  They were uninhabited until settled by the Portuguese in 1462. They remained a Portuguese colony until independence in 1975. The 1982 10 and 20 Escudos feature the busts of two "heroes of independence" who had little direct involvement with Cape Verde gaining independence.  The 10 Escudos depicts Eduardo Mondlane.  He was a profession of anthropology and history at Syracuse University prior to returning to Mozambique to lead the Mozambique Liberation Front (FRELIMO). He was assassinated in 1969.  Domingos Ramos, who appears on the 20 Escudos, fought against the Portuguese in Portuguese Guinea.  The denomination and national emblem is on the reverse of both copper-nickel coins.

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CAPE VERDE CELEBRATES 40th ANNIVERSARY WITH BI-METALLIC

Cape Verde is a group of ten islands located 350 miles (570 km.) off the coast of Western Africa.  It gained independence from Portugal in 1975.  To celebrate the 40th anniversary of independence, and the 40th anniversary of its central bank it issued this circulating 28.5mm bi-metallic 250 Escudos dated 2015.  One side, commemorating 40 years of development and features a school teacher, windmills, a family and other images.  The other side commemorates the 40th anniversary of Banco de Cabo Verde.  It includes the national arms and various monetary and financial symbols (looks like the designer had fun with the wingdings fonts).

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CAPE VERDE CELEBRATES 200 YEARS OF FRIENDSHIP WITH THE UNITED STATES

Cape Verde issued this circulating bi-metallic commemorative 200 Escudos coin to honor 200 years of friendship with the United States.  The obverse of the 28mm coin depicts the flags of the European Union and the United States and the legend  "200 YEARS OF HISTORIC TIES AND FRIENDSHIP".  The legend on the reverse "200 ANOS DE LAÇOS HISTÓRICOS E DE AMIZADE" which means the same thing in Portuguese.  Also on the reverse is a small map of the United States superimposed on to a map of the Cape Verde Islands and the dates "1818-2018".  In the late 18th and 19th century thousands of Cape Verde residents immigrated to the United States to escape the droughts, volcanoes and neglect by the Portuguese government which controlled the islands at that time. Cape Verdean men, noted for being "hardworking, honest seamen" were frequently hired by New England whaling captains.  Many thousands many eventually made their homes in New Bedford, Massachusetts; Providence, Rhode Island and elsewhere in New England where large Cape Verdean communities still exist today.  The coin is Uncirculated, but has tiny bag marks from being shipped loose in bank bags.

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UNUSUAL COINS FROM THE COOK ISLANDS

This recent three coin set from the Cook Islands contains some unusual coins.  The obverse of all three coins portrays the Ian Rank-Broadley portrait of Queen Elizabeth.  The reverse of the 2010 1 dollar coin is much more interesting however. It portrays the very well-endowed fertility God Tangaroa.  The copper-nickel coin has a scalloped edge.  The 2010 triangular 2 Dollar  pictures a ceremonial morter and pestle.  The 2003 12 sided 5 dollar coin pictures a conch shell. 

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ALEXANDER VON HUMBOLDT HONORED ON SCARCE CUBAN 25 CENTAVOS 

Prussian naturalist, geographer and scientist Alexander von Humboldt visited Cuba twice, in 1800 and in 1804.  While there conducted detailed studies of Cuba's land, plants, animals and its people.  His work was so extensive that he has been called the "Second Discoverer of Cuba" and was made an honorary citizen of that country.  In 1989 Cuba honored him on this 24mm copper-nickel commemorative 25 Centavos.  The obverse portrays the Cuban arms.  The reverse features Humboldt's bust in a cameo and two birds.  His studies and fame extended far beyond Cuba.  Numerous species, places and geographic features including the Humboldt Current, as well as several colleges and universities are named after him.  The coin has a mintage of only 17,000 pieces and catalogs $50.00!.

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SQUARE WORLD WAR II COIN OF CURACAO

After Nazi Germany conquered the Netherlands in 1940, the United States took control of the Dutch possessions in the Americas.  Curacao was a major refiner of oil, supplying some 60% of the oil used by the Allies. This square copper-nickel 1943 5 Cents was struck at the Philadelphia Mint for use in Curacao and Surinam.  It is similar to the pre-war Netherlands 5 Cents.

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NEW COINS OF SINT MAARTEN AND CURACAO

After the Netherlands Antilles was dissolved in 2011 the Dutch territories of Bonaire, Saba and Sint Eustatius switched to the United States Dollar for their currency.  Only Curacao and Sint Maarten kept the Gulden. Both are constituent island countries of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The two countries have nearly full autonomy except for foreign relations and defense.  The Dutch monarch is the head of state, who is represented by local governor.  Curacao has been a Dutch territory since 1634, when the Netherlands took control from Spain during the 80-Years War for Dutch independence.  Sint Maarten shares the tiny island of Saint Martin with the French territory of Saint Martin.  The island has been divided since the Treaty of Concordia in 1648, which is one of the oldest treaties still in effect. Curacao and Sint Maarten formed a joint central bank and finally released new 2025 dated coins and currency in March 2025. Like the Euro, the banknotes are the same for both nations, but each has its own coins, which circulate interchangeably.  The copper-nickel 1, 5, 10, 25 and 50 Cents of both nations all have similar designs.  The name of the country and orange blossoms is on the obverse.  The reverses include the denomination, date and three Favored Tellin clam shells (Arcopagia fausta) separated by pearls.   The 1 and 5 Gulden feature Dutch King Willem-Alexander on the obverse.  The reverses of the Curacao issues feature a map of Curacao surrounded by waves created by microlettering.  Below are two Green Sea Turtles (Chelonia mydas).    The 1 Guldens are 28mm bi-metallic coins. The 5 Guldens are unusual tri-metallic coins that are 25.85mm.   Both the 1 and 5 Gulden have lettered edges. The coins were struck at the Royal Canadian Mint. They are the first circulating coins ever struck specifically Sint Maarten and the first coins struck specifically for Curacao since 1948.

SINGLE COINS FROM THE ABOVE SETS:

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NEW CARIBBEAN GULDEN NOTES

After many years of delays, the Central Bank of Curacao and Sint Maarten has finally released its first banknotes.  The bank is the successor to the Bank of the Netherlands Antilles.  The fronts of the new notes feature vibrant sea life, while the backs depicts important landmarks on both countries.  The notes include many advanced security features, including 3D moving stripes, optically variable ink, watermark and a windowed security thread. The notes were printed by Crane Currency.    The 10 Gulden features an Angelfish (Pomacanthus arcuatus) on the front and the Klein Curacao lighthouse on the back.  The 20 Gulden has two Spotted eagle rays (Aetobatus narinari ) on the front.  The back depicts a Pelican in flight with Simpson  Bay Lagoon and Princess Juliana International Airport in Sint Maarten in the background.  The airport is famous for its landing pattern which takes jets low over the beachgoers on Maho Beach. 
 We expect to have the coins soon. Contact us if interested.

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1 TROY OUNCE 2 DOLLAR SILVER COINS OF THE EAST CARIBBEAN STATES

The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank supplies coins and currency to a number of tiny Caribbean nations which all utilize a common currency called the Eastern Caribbean Dollar.   These Brilliant Uncirculated, 1 troy ounce, .999 fine, 39mm legal tender coins were issued for the member nations of the East Caribbean Central Bank. The coins have a frosted Proof-Like surface. They all have the same reverse depicting Queen Elizabeth within a wreath.  Each nation has a distinctive obverse reflecting a unique aspect of that country. The designs change each year, though tend to follow the same themes reflecting an aspect of that nation.  They are each denominated 2 Eastern Caribbean Dollars.   Only 25,000 of each coin was minted.  Item KITTS22 ST. KITTS & NEVIS 2 DOLLARS 2022 UNDERWATER SURFER BU $50.00

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FALKLANDS CELEBRATE LIBERATION

On April 2, 1982 Argentina invaded the Falkland Islands.  Argentina claimed the islands, though have been a British Crown Colony since 1841 and most residents were British.  Argentina’s military junta was hoping that a quick victory would divert attentions from Argentina’s economic stagnation, inflation, widespread protests and human rights violations.  They did not expect Britain would defend the islands.  Despite being almost 8000 miles (13,000 km.) away, the British struck back with force, and on June 14 Argentina surrendered. The war led to the collapse of Argentina’s military junta, its restoration of democracy, and strengthened British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher.  These three 38.6mm copper nickel 1 Crown coins were struck for the Falkland Islands in 2007 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of their liberation from Argentine forces.  One coin features an image of Britannia standing in front of a map of the Falklands. Another features marching soldiers carrying a Falkland flag.  The third coin depicts 3 soldiers, an army truck, a Vulcan B.Mk2 bomber and the aircraft carrier HMS Invincible.  During the war Vulcan bombers carried out 8,000-nautical-mile (15,000 km; 9,200 mi) round trip bombing missions. The HMS Invincible had been sold to Australia in February 1982.  At the start of the war Britain took the ship back and used it in the war effort.  All three coins depict Queen Elizabeth on the obverse.

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FALKLAND ISLAND COIN SET FEATURES WILDLIFE

Native wildlife is featured on this eight-coin set from the Falkland Islands.  The 1 pence pictures a pair of penguins.  An Upland goose is on the 2 Pence.  The 5 pence features an albatross.  A pair of Ursine seals is on the 10 pence. The seven-sided 20 pence shows a Romney marsh sheep.  The seven-sided 50 pence pictures the now extinct Falkland Island fox.  The 1 pound coin features the Falkland arms, which includes a sailing ship and a sheep.  The coin has a lettered edge that reads “DESIRE THE RIGHT”.  The bi-metallic 2 Pound coin is dated 2004 and shows a map on the islands in the center.  It has a lettered edge that reads "30 YEARS OF FALKLAND ISLANDS COINAGE".  A variety of native wildlife, including various birds, a seal, penguins and a dolphin surround the map.  The obverse all depict Queen Elizabeth.  The coins date from 2004 to 2019. 

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2011 FAROE ISLANDS COINS 

These 2011 dated unofficial pattern coins picturing native wildlife are the first issues for the Faroe Islands in 70 years!  The Faroe Islands (also spelled Faeroe,  Faoroe, Føroyar or Færøerne) is a self-governing Danish possession in the North Atlantic between Scotland and Iceland.   The 8 coin set includes a 35mm tri-metallic 50 Kronur featuring a Ram's head.  The 27mm aluminum-bronze 20 Kronur features a Gray Seal.   The 23mm 10 Kronur pictures a Twait Shad fish.  A Eurasian Oystercatcher bird is onthe 28.5mm cupro-nickel 5 Kronur. The 24.5mm cupro-nickel 2 Kronur shows a Black Guillemot in flight. An Atlantic Puffin is on the 20mm cupro-nickel 1 Krona.   A Faroes or Shetland Sheep Dog is on the 21.5mm copper-plated zinc 50 Oyru. The 17.5mm copper-plated zinc 25 Oyru pictures a Common Shore Crab. The obverse of each of the coins features the Faroe arms which depict a Ram.  Only 10,000 sets of these attractive pattern coins were issued.
INDIVIDUAL COINS FROM THE ABOVE FAROE SET

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FIRST COIN OF FRENCH OCEANIA 

France issued the first coins for its Pacific Ocean territories of French Oceania in 1949. French Oceania comprises of 121 geographically dispersed islands and atolls, including Tahiti, that stretched over more than 1,200 miles (2,000 km) in the South Pacific Ocean.  In 1957 it was renamed French Polynesia.   The obverse of the 1949 aluminum 50 Centimes of French Oceania depicts a tropical beach scene with palm trees, boats, shells, and a bowl of fruit.  The reverse depicts Marianne seated holding a cornucopia and a torch.  The coin was struck at the Paris mint and were minted only a single year.

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FRENCH TERRITORY SILVER PATTERNS HONOR LOUIS OSCAR ROTY

The works of French Medalist and coin designer Louis Oscar Roty are featured on these 1/4 ounce .999 fine silver 1/4 Euro unofficial Essai (pattern) coins struck for various French overseas territories.  Roty was a prolific sculpturer and engraver.  His designs appeared on coins of France and other nations and his works can be found in most major European museums. The obverse of each coin features his portrait and the name of the territory.  The reverse features a beautiful rendition of one of his works.  Only 2000 coins of each type were struck.
Guadeloupe is a French Territory in the Caribbean.  It was discovered by Columbus in 1493 and first settled by the French in 1635.  Its major industries are tourism and making rum.  The silver 1/4 Euro features a vignette from a medal struck for the Lyon Chamber of Commerce in 1892.
Reunion is located in the Indian Ocean. Almost the entire economy is devoted to the production of sugar and sugar by-products such as rum and molasses.  Most of the sugar production on the island is controlled by about a dozen large plantations.  The coin features a vignette from his 1888 bronze medal "la Fermière" (The Farm Girl) which depicts a woman tending chickens.
St. Barthelemy, also known as St. Barts or St. Barths, is an island in the Caribbean.  Tourism is its main industry. The silver 1/4 Euro  features a vignette from his 1893 medal  "Patria non immemore"( The Fatherland does not forget) commemorating the 25th anniversary of the founding of the Third Republic.
St. Martin, also known as St. Maarteen is a tropical island in the Caribbean known for its beautiful beaches, fine hotels, casinos and restaurants.  As might be expected, its major industry is tourism.  The coin depicts an impressive vignette of Science and Liberty from his 1896 work.

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GIBRALTAR DOLPHIN 50 PENCE  

Five bottlenose dolphins are pictured on the back of this 27.3mm 1997 Gibraltar 50 Pence coin. The Raphael Maklouf portrait of Queen Elizabeth wearing the George VI State Diadem in on the obverse. The coin was struck only a single year. In 1997 Gibraltar reduced the diameter of the 50 Pence coin from 30mm to 27.3mm.  In 1998 the Queen's portrait was updated to an older portrait of the Queen wearing a tiara.  At the bottom of the reverse is "AA" indicating the die that was used to strike the coin. 

Item GI-50P97 GIBRALTAR 50 PENCE 1997AA KM39.1 UNC. $5.00

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GIBRALTAR ISLAND GAMES COMMEMORATIVE 50 PENCE

This circulating commemorative Gibraltar 50 Pence was issued for the 2019 Island games which were held in Gibraltar from July 6 to 12.  The games were attended by some 2000 athletes from 24 island territories and nations from around the world competing in 14 sports.  The seven-sided copper-nickel coin depicts a stylized image of a Laser sail boat and sailor.

Item GI-50P-GAMES GIBRALTAR 50 PENCE 2019AC ISLAND GAMES UNC. $5.00

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GOUGH ISLAND  BIMETALLIC COIN FEATURES OWL 

Gough Island is an isolated island in the South Atlantic.  Though located some 250 miles (400km.) south-east of Tristan da Cunha, it is a dependency of Tristan da Cunha.  It has only about six inhabitants who operate a weather station and conduct research.  The island is a major bird sanctuary, though in recent years many of the bird species have been endangered by mice eating their eggs.  In 2009 Tristan da Cunha released a 26mm bi-metallic 25 Pence for Gough Island.  The coine features an owl on the reverse and  Queen Elizabeth on the obverse.

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GREENLAND COINS FEATURE WILDLIFE

Greenland has strategic military importance to the United States and rich mineral resources. This 2010 set of five unofficial pattern coins from Greenland (or as the natives call it: Kalaallit Nunaat) features native wildlife. The 5 Kroner features a wolverine.  A musk ox is on the 2 Kroner. The 1 Krone pictures a narwhal. An arctic fox is shown on the 50 Ore, and an arctic hare is on the 25 Ore.  The obverse of each coin features a polar bear.  Only 10,000 sets were issued.  Also available is a 2010 tri-metallic 50 Kroner depicting a dog sled team. The 34mm coin features a copper outer ring, brass middle ring and a copper-nickel center. It has a mintage of 12,000.

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COINS OF THE BAILIWICK OF GUERNSEY 

The Bailiwicks of Guernsey is a British Crown Dependencies located off the coast of France.  It has been British possessions since the Norman Conquest in 1066. Because of its small population and size they issue coins only sporadically. 
For many years Guernsey used a coinage system called the "Double" that was based on the medieval French Double Tournois.  Eight Doubles was equivalent to a British Penny.  Guernsey issued two coins in 1959.  The 31mm bronze 8 Doubles features a three flowered Guernsey Lily.  The copper-nickel 3 Pence depicts a Guernsey cow and has a scalloped edge.  Both coins feature Guernsey’s coat of arms on the obverse which depicts three stylized lions.  The legend on the obverse "S'BALLIVIE INSVLE DE GERNEREVE" is Guernesiais for "The Bailiwick of the Island of Guernsey”.  Guernesiasis, which is derived from old Norman French, is the official language of Guernsey, though only about 3% of the population understands it.  

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HAITI COIN SET HONORS NATIONAL HEROES  

Haiti is the world’s oldest Black Republic, having achieved independence from France in 1804. Nearly all of the country’s 5 million inhabitants are descendants from the original 480,000 African Slaves. Haiti suffered greatly this past summer.  In July its President was assassinated under mysterious circumstances. In August it suffered a devastating magnitude 7.2 earthquake, followed less than a week later by a tropical storm.  This set of the five current coins of Haiti features national heroes and monuments.  Four heroes of Haitian independence are shown on the 5 Gourdes:  Toussaint Louveture, Henri Christophe, Jean Jacques Dessalines and Alexandre Petion.  The 1 Gourde shows the famous Citadelle Laferriere, built in the early 1800's at a tremendous cost and loss of life to protect against an expected French invasion that never came. The 50, 20 and 5 Centimes portray Charlemagne Peralte, who led a guerilla movement against the United States occupation of Haiti during World War I.  The obverse of each coin features the Haitian arms that include cannons, guns, flags and a palm tree.  The coins date from 1997 to 2013 and are Uncirculated.

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KITTY CATS ON PARADE

From 1988 to 2016, the Isle of Man (home of the Manx cat) issued a 1 Crown coin featuring a different breed of cat. Queen Elizabeth is on the obverse of the coins.  The series apparently came to an end in 2016 when the Pobjoy Mint lost the contract to strike coins for the Isle of Man.  The 38.6mm copper-nickel coins are popular with both cat lovers and coin collectors.    The coins are pictured in order starting with the latest issue in the top left going down to the the first 1988 issue at the bottom. Hold your pointer over the coin to see which the cat and the year.

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HARRY POTTER COIN

This attractive 2001 1 Crown coin from the Isle of Man  features Harry Potter and his Magic Wand.  The 38.6mm Brilliant Uncirculated copper-nickel coin features the Ian Rank-Broadley portrait of Queen Elizabeth on the obverse.  The coin has long been popular with both Harry Potter fans and coin collectors.  

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KISSING SWANS OF MANN

This 2007 1 Crown from the Isle of Man features a pair of facing swans forming a heart.  The lovely coin features the Ian Rank-Broadley portrait of Queen Elizabeth on the obverse.   The copper-nickel coin is 38.61mm in diameter.  The Isle of Man, also known as Mann is a self-governing British Crown Dependency in the Irish Sea.

Item IOM-SWAN07 ISLE OF MAN 1 CROWN 2007 SWANS KM1313 BU $12.50

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BIRTH OF CHRIST

Isle of Man celebrated the 2000th anniversary of the birth of Christ with this attractive 1997 1 Crown.  The coin depicts Mary holding baby Jesus surrounded by angels. The Raphael David Maklouf portrait of Queen Elizabeth is on the obverse of the 38.6mm copper-nickel coin. 

Item IOM-CHRIST97 ISLE OF MAN 1 CROWN 1997 BIRTH OF CHRIST KM799 BU $7.50

Item IOM-CHRIST97x5 5 of the above ISLE OF MAN 1 CROWN 1997 BIRTH OF CHRIST BU $29.75

Item IOM-CHRIST97x20 Roll of 20 of the above ISLE OF MAN 1 CROWN 1997 BIRTH OF CHRIST BU $99.75

Also see:
JESUS COINS FROM SAMOA

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JERSEY COINS REFLECT ISLANDS HISTORY

Jersey is a British Crown Dependency in the English Channel off the coast of France.  It is one of the last remnants of the great medieval Dukedom of Normandy that once controlled much of France and England.  The designs of on this eight-coin set reflect Jersey's history.  The bi-metallic 2 Pounds has a latent image showing the denomination surrounded by the crests of the 12 Parishes on the island.  The 1 Pound depicts the Resolute, a schooner built in Jersey in 1877.  The seven-sided 50 Pence which pictures the ruins of Grosnez Castle, the seven-sided  20 Pence that shows the Coriere lighthouse, the 10 Pence that depicts La Hougue Bie, a Neolithic burial site,  the 5 Pence that shows Seymour Tower, the 2 Pence that pictures L’Hermitage in St. Helier and the 1 Pence that shows Le Hocq Watchtower.  Queen Elizabeth is on the obverse. 

Item JE-SET8 JERSEY 8 COIN SET 1 PENCE - 2 POUNDS 1998-2014 UNC. $29.50

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2004 MALTA 5 EURO PATTERN

This privately issued Malta 5 Euro pattern coin was issued in 2004, the year that Malta joined the European Union.  Malta did not adopt Euro currency until 2008.  The obverse depicts the Great Siege of Malta Monument. A sailboat in the background. The monument commemorates the Knights of Malta with a force of 6000 holding off 40,000 troops sent by Suleyman the Magnificent in 1565 to conquer Malta.  It was the Europeans first major victory against the seemingly invincible Ottoman forces. The reverse depicts a leaping dolphin and a map of Malta. The 36mm brass coin has a mintage of 3,500 pieces.

Item MT-5E MALTA 5 EURO 2004 PATTERN COIN Br.X-Pn9 PROOF $8.00

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ELVIS PRESLEY COIN

Elvis "the Pelvis" Presley is featured on this 5 Dollar coin from the Marshall Islands.  The design includes two small guitars on either side of Elvis.  The Proof-like 1993 copper-nickel coin is 38mm and comes in its original mint sealed pouch.  The Marshall Islands arms are on the reverse.  The Marshall Islands is at nation in the Pacific Ocean that consists of five main islands and over 1200 small islands and atolls with a population of about 43,000.  It gained independence from the United States in 1986. It is named after British sea captain John Marshall who visited the islands in 1788 after depositing the first English prisoners to Australia earlier that year.

Item MH-ELVIS MARSHAL ISLANDS 5 DOLLARS 1993 ELVIS PRESLEY, KM124 PROOFLIKE $10.00

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2012 MICRONESIA COIN SET FEATURES WILDLIFE & BI-METALLICS 

The Federated States of Micronesia is an independent nation consisting of over 600 islands spread out over 1,000,000 square miles (2,600,000 square kilometers) of the Pacific Ocean. The area was claimed by Spain, sold to Germany in 1889, conquered by Japan in World War I, taken by the United States in World War II, and finally became fully independent in 1986. It uses United States dollar as its currency. This unofficial 2012 eight coin set includes the 1 Cent to the 5 Dollar. The obverse of each coin features the national seal. The word “TRIAL” is located at the top of the seal, indicating that they are trial coins rather than legal tender issues. The bi-metallic 5 Dollar coin pictures the Pygmy Killer Whale. The bi-metallic 2 Dollar coin depicts the Long-beaked Common Dolphin. A Manta Ray is on the 1 Dollar. Shells and a 19th Century proa from the island of Satawal is on the 50 Cents. A proa is an outrigger sailing boat. The 25 Cents features a Yellowfin Tuna. A Rufous Night Heron is on the dime. The 5 Cents pictures a Moorish Idol fish. A Chuuk Flying Fox Bat is on the 1 Cent. The coins were struck by Osborne Coinage in Cincinnati, Ohio. Only 10,000 sets were minted. It is an attractive, low mintage, set.

Item FM-SET8 MICRONESIA 8 COIN SET: 1 CENT – 5 DOLLARS, 2012 UNC. $29.75

INDIVIDUAL MICRONESIA COINS FROM ABOVE SET:

Item FM-5D MICRONESIA 5 DOLLARS 2012 PYGMY KILLER WHALE, BIMETAL, UNC. $9.00

Item FM-2D MICRONESIA 2 DOLLARS 2012 DOLPHIN, BIMETAL, UNC. $8.00

Item FM-1D MICRONESIA 1 DOLLAR 2012 MANTA RAY UNC. $5.00

Item FM-50c MICRONESIA HALF DOLLAR 2012 BOAT & SHELLS UNC. $5.00

Item FM-25c MICRONESIA QUARTER DOLLAR 2012 TUNA UNC. $4.50

Item FM-10c MICRONESIA DIME 2012 HERON UNC. $4.00

Item FM-5c MICRONESIA 5 CENTS 2012 MOORISH IDOL UNC. $3.50

Item FM-1c MICRONESIA 1 CENT 2012 FLYING FOX UNC. $3.00

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RARE KAGU BIRD ON FIRST COIN OF NEW CALEDONIA

In 1949 the French colony of New Caledonia issued its first coins. New Caledonia consists of 4 groups of islands in the South-western Pacific about 750 miles (1,210 km) east of Australia.  France took possession of the Pacific islands in 1853, after the natives ate a group of French missionaries and members of a French survey team.  The following year France established a penal colony there.  The first coins for New Caledonia were not until almost 100 years late, in 1949.  One of the first coins issued was this aluminum 50 Centimes. The coin features a seated figure of Maranne, the national symbol of France on the reverse, and a Kagu bird on the obverse.  The Kagu is a rare, nearly flightless bird that is only found in New Caledonia.  

Item NC-50C NEW CALEDONIA 50 CENTIMES 1949 KM1 UNC. $3.00

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NIGHTINGALE ISLAND CROWN FEATURES FUR SEAL

Nightingale Island is an active volcanic island that is part of the Tristan da Cunha group.  Though it has no permanent inhabitants, Tristan da Cunha issued this 2011 dated 1 Crown coin for Nightingale Island.   The coin features a Subarctic fur seal, the denomination and the name of the island on the reverse.  Queen Elizabeth and "Tristan da Cunha" is on the obverse.  The 39mm coin is struck in copper-nickel and is Brilliant  Uncirculated.

Item NIGHT-1CR NIGHTINGALE IS. 1 CROWN 2011 SEAL BU $10.00

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ATTRACTIVE NIUE DOLLARS DEPICTS SWORD FISH

Niue is a tiny island nation in the Pacific Ocean about 1500 miles (2,400 km) northeast of New Zealand.  It has an area of about 100 square miles (261 sq.km.) and a population of less than 2000.  The British monarch is the head of state.  New Zealand handles its defense and foreign affairs.  Captain James Cook named the island Savage Island in 1774, because of the hostility of the natives.  British missionaries began to arrive in the 1830’s and eventually the islanders were converted to Christianity. The 2009 Niue issued 1 Dollar coin features Queen Elizabeth on the obverse and a swordfish on the reverse.  The 32mm coin is struck in aluminum-bronze. 

Item NU-1D09 NIUE 1 DOLLAR 2009 BU $8.00

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UNUSUAL PALAU GOLD COINS

The Pacific Island nation of Palau authorized a series of tiny legal tender gold 1 Dollar coins in rather unusual shapes: a steam engine, football, basketball and a beer mug (probably need the beer to go with the sports themed coins).  Each coin contains 1/2 gram of .9999 fine gold and is approximately 14mm in diameter. The obverse includes Palau's coat of arms and the denomination.  The coins are undated. The coins were struck by the renowned German mint of B. H. Mayer in Proof.  Only 15,000 of each were minted. Each coin comes in a protective capsule. The unique, fun designs make them excellent gifts for both collectors and non-collectors.

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PAPUA NEW GUINEA CROCODILE KINA

The Papau New Guina 1 Kina features a Salt Water Crocodile and a River Crocodile chasing each other around the center hole of the coin.  The obverse features the national crest of Papau New Guinea.  The 38.6mm nickel plated steel coin is dated 2004 and is Brilliant Uncirculated.

Item PNG-1K PAPUA NEW GUINEA 1 KINA 2004 CROCODILE KM6a UNC. $3.00

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PAPUA NEW GUINEA CENTRAL BANK COMMEMORATIVE NOTE AND COIN

Reduced size note image

To celebrate its 35th anniversary in 2008 the Bank of Papau New Guinea, the nation's central bank, a commemorative 20 Kina note and a bi-metallic 2 Kina coin. The bank was founded in 1973, two years before the nation achieved independence.   The back of the note features various forms of traditional currency used in Papua New Guinea, including including a boar, cowry shell necklace and beads. The front depicts the Papua New Guinea Parliament building, the bird of Paradise and a special Bank of Papua New Guinea 35th Anniversary emblem in the lower left corner.  The note has a watermark logo of the Bank and a special embedded silver thread.  The 33mm bi-metallic 2 Kina features the national emblem, an outstretched Bird of Paradise bird on the obverse. The bank's logo is on the reverse.   Because of the country's remoteness, Papau New Guinea notes and coins are difficult to obtain.

Item PM-PNG-20K PAPUA NEW GUINEA 20 KINA 35th ANNIVERSARY NOTE 2008 P36 AU-UNC. OUT

Item PNG-2K PAPUA NEW GUINEA 2 KINA 35th ANNIVERSARY COIN 2008 KM51 UNC. $4.00

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PHILIPPINE COIN SET

This 6 coin set includes the 1, 5, 10, 25 Sentimos, 1 and 5 Piso dated 1995 to 2000.  The 1 and 5 Sentimos are both 15.5mm and both made of copper-plated steel.  The 5 Sentimos was made with a center hole to help distinguish it from the 1 Sentimo.  The 1 and 5 Piso depict Philippine heroes Jose Rizal and Emilio Aguinaldo.  Both fought for Philippines independence from Spain.  The reverse of all the coins except the 5 Sentimos depict arms of the Central Bank of the Philippines which includes the date 1993 (the year the bank was reorganized).   All six coins are Uncirculated. 

Item S-PH-SET6 PHILIPPINES 6 COIN SET 1 SENTIMO - 5 PISO 1995-2000 UNC. $5.00

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AFRICAN ANIMALS ON 2020 SAHRAWI COIN SET  

The Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, also known as Saharaui, or Western Sahara, is what used to be the Spanish Sahara. Though it declared independence from Spain in 1975, Morocco also claims the region and currently controls about 80% of the territory.  This non-circulating 5-coin 2020 dated set of the Saharawi Arab Democratic Republic features African wildlife.   The 1 Pesesta depicts a Black-collared lovebird.  An African Buffalo is on the 5 Peseta.  A lion is on the 10 Peseta.  Th 25 Peseta features a hippopotamus. The 50 Peseta portrays a Gorilla.   The obverse of all the coins depict the national arms, which features a pair of crossed rifles holding flags.  The 1 Peseta is aluminum, the others are nickel-plated steel.

Item EH-SET20 SAHRAWI 5 COIN SET 1-50 PESETAS WILDLIFE 2020 UNC. $19.95

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SAINT HELENA & ASCENSION SEA TURTLE COIN

Saint Helena and Ascension are remote British Overseas Territories in the South Atlantic.  The islands were discovered by the Portuguese between 1501 and 1504.  The British East India Company settled St. Helena in 1657.   Ascension was formally settled in 1815 by the Royal Navy. During World War II and the Space Race, Ascension housed an important airfield called “Wideawake”. It was so named because of the loud, constant chatter of a nearby colony of Sooty Terns.  For a time, Ascension had the world’s longest airport runway, which could be used as an emergency runway for the Space Shuttle.  In 1984 St. Helena and Ascension issued a joint coinage for circulation on both islands. Included was this seven-sided 50 Pence.  Queen Elizabeth is on the obverse.  The reverse features a swimming Green sea turtle.

Item SH-50P ST. HELENA & ASCENSION 50 PENCE 1984 KM5 UNC. $5.00

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EAST INDIA COMPANY SILVER COIN FOR ST. HELENA HONORS NAPOLEON

The East India Company issued this 1 troy ounce .999 fine silver 1 Pound coin for Saint Helena in 2021 to mark the 200th anniversary of the death of Napoleon Bonaparte.  Napoleon died in exile on the tiny island in 1821.  His body was returned to France in 1840, however the elaborate tomb was not completed until 1861, some 40 years after his death.  The reverse of the coin depicts one of the twelve marble angels that guard Napoleon's tomb in Paris.  Below is the privy mark of the East India Company.  Queen Elizabeth is on the obverse.  The East India Company has an historic connection to St. Helena dating back to 1658 when the company was granted a charter to govern the island.

Item SH-ANGEL21 ST. HELENA 1 POUND 2021 NAPOLEON ANGEL BU $50.00

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BEAUTIFUL POLYMER NOTES OF ST. THOMAS & PRINCE 

Saint Thomas and Prince (Sao Tome e Principe) is a poor island nation off the west coast of Africa, yet they have some of the most attractive banknotes in the world.  These 5 and 10 Dobras polymer notes are dated 2016, but were not released into circulation until 2018.  There issued for a 1000 to 1 revaluation of the Dobra and as part of the 25th anniversary celebration of the Central Bank.  The notes were designed and printed by De La Rue. The fronts of these beautiful notes depict a butterfly. The notes have two see-through windows, one featuring a butterfly, the other Rei Amador, who in 1595 led a slave revolt against the Portuguese.  The back of the 5 Dobras features a Sao Tome shrew and a map of the islands.  The 10 Dobras pictures a Sao Tome prinia bird and a map.

Item PM-ST-SET2 ST. THOMAS & PRINCE 5 & 10 DOBRAS NOTES P70 & 71 2016 (2018) UNC. $12.00

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SAMOA COIN SET    

This set of five 2011 dated coins from Samoa (formerly known as Western Samoa) includes the 10, 20, 50 Sene, 1 and 2 Tala.  The scalloped edged brass-plated 2 Tala features the Samoan Arms.  A traditional kava bowl and whisk are on the 1 Tala.  A Manumea, a pigeon found only in Samoa is on the 50 Sene.   Samoa’s national flower, the Teuila, is on the 20 Sene. A fautasi race utilizing paddled long boats is on the 10 Sene.  The obverses of the coins feature the bust of Samoan Head of State Tui Atua Tupua Tamasese Efi. 

Item WS-SET11 SAMOA 5 COIN SET: 10 SENE - 2 TALA, 2011 UNC $9.75

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THE JESUS 1 OUNCE SILVER COINS FROM SAMOA

Each year Samoa issues a 39mm 1 troy ounce .999 fine silver coin featuring Jesus.  The Samoan coat of arms is on the obverse.  The coins are legal tender for 2 Tala in Samoa.  Their Proof-Like finish that brings out the beautiful, intricately detailed features of each design. The coins have a mintage of only 15,000 pieces and come in a protective plastic capsule. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of each coin is donated to Christian charities. As might be expected, the Jesus coins are popular with both collectors and non-collectors, especially around Christmas.
   The theme of the 2024 issue is "Jesus the Creator".  The coin depicts Jesus standing.  Around him is a series of images representation the story of creation in seven days as told in Genesis, Chapter one.  Christ’s halo bears the inscription ⲞⲰⲚ, signifying "The Being."
   The 2023 issue features "Jesus the Teacher".  It features Jesus holding an open Bible with the Greek letters Alpha and Omega, representing the beginning and end. To is right is ⲒⲎⲤ for Jesus and to his left is ⲠⲬⲤ for Christ.  Christ’s halo bears the inscription ⲞⲰⲚ."  Around the rim behind Christ is the Greek word for Holy.
   "Light of Christ" is the theme of the 2022 issue.  The design depicts Jesus standing in front of a church’s rose stained glass window. The Chi-rho Christogram is to the right

Item WS-JESUS24 SAMOA 2 TALA 2024 JESUS THE CREATOR PROOF-LIKE $50.00

Item WS-JESUS23 SAMOA 2 TALA 2023 JESUS THE TEACHER PROOF-LIKE $50.00

Item WS-JESUS22 SAMOA 2 TALA 2022 LIGHT OF CHRIST PROOF-LIKE $50.00

Also see:
BIRTH OF CHRIST: Isle of Man 1 Crown 1997 KM799

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SOLOMON ISLANDS COIN SET FEATURES TRADITONAL THEMES  

The Solomon Islands are located in the Southwest Pacific.  It is the home of Guadalcanal, scene of some of the fiercest fighting of World War II.  This seven coin set  of the Solomon Islands features native traditions.  The 1 cent shows a traditional native food bowl. The 2 cent pictures the Eagle Spirit. A native mask is on the 5 cent.  Ngorieru, the sea spirit, is on the 10 cent. The 20 Cent pictures a Malaita pendant design.  The coat-of-arms is on the 50 cent and the head of Nusu-Nusu is on the Dollar.  The coins are dated 2005 and picture Queen Elizabeth on the obverse. 

Item S-SB-SET7  SOLOMON IS. 7 COIN SET 1 CENT - 1 DOLLAR, 2005  UNC. $13.00

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SO. GEORGIA & SO. SANDWICH IS. HONORS WHALER'S CHURCH

South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands commemorated the 100th anniversary of The Whaler's Church at Grytviken with this 38.6mm copper-nickel 2 Pound coin dated 2013. The church was pre-fabricated in Norway and was built to hold a congregation of 200, many times the population of the islands.  Over the years it was used sporadically for services, as well as a cinema, carpenter’s workshop and potato storage.  A complete restoration was done in the 1990’s.  It is now used for weddings and Christmas carol services for passengers of cruise ships and visiting naval vessels. The Ian Rank-Broadley portrait of Queen Elizabeth is on the obverse.

Item SGA-CHURCH SO. GEORGIA & SO. SANDWICH ISLANDS 2 POUNDS 2013 CHURCH, BU $9.75

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MACARONI PENGUINS ON TITANIUM AND COPPER-NICKEL COINS OF SO. GEORGIA & SO. SANDWICH IS.

Macaroni Penguins are so named as the spectacular orange tufted plumes on its head. In 18th century England, a Macaroni was an individual who dressed with flamboyant or excessive ornamentation (as in the song Yankee Doodle). In the summer they breed in colonies that number many thousands of birds.  They then disburse and have been known swim 10,000 km (6,200 miles) before returning to land.  The British territory of South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands depicts four Macaroni Penguins on their 2019 Two-pound coins.  Queen Elizabeth is on the obverse.  The coins are struck in both pale blue titanium and copper-nickel with the same design.  The titanium version is 36.1mm, weighs only 10 grams, has a mintage of 7,500 and come in a box with a Certificate of Authenticity.   The copper-nickel version is 38.6mm and has a mintage of 10,000 pieces. Both coins are Brilliant Uncirculated.

Item SGI-TIT-PENG19 SO.GEORGIA & SO.SANDWICH IS. 2 POUNDS 2019 MACARONI PENGUIN BLUE TITANIUM BU $49.00

Item SGI-CN-PENG19 SO.GEORGIA & SO.SANDWICH IS. 2 POUNDS COPPER-NICKEL 2019 MACARONI PENGUIN BU out

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TONGA 1967 CORONATION PHILATELIC-NUMISMATIC COVER

Special Philatelic-Numismatic Covers were issued to commemorate the coronation of Tongan King Taufaʻahau Tupou IV on July 4, 1967.  The cover includes a 1967 50 Senti commemorating the coronation and a large, rare, foil 4 Senti postage stamp commemorating the coronation and depicting the 1 Pa’anga coin with a special Coronation First Day Cover Postmark. The coin depicts the king on the obverse and the Tongan coat of arms on the reverse. The King was a big man, weighing 462 pounds (209.5 kg.) and measuring 6 feet, 5 inches (196 cm).   He died at age 88 in 2006 after reigning for almost 41 years.   The copper-nickel 50 Senti coin depicts the king on one side and the Tongan coat of arms on the other. It has a mintage of only 15,000 pieces and was stuck at the British Royal Mint.  The cover is 5 x 3.5 inches (120 x 92 mm)

Item TO-PNC TONGA 50 SENTI 1967 KM15 IN CORONAATION FIRST DAY COVER PNC BU $7.50

Item TO-PNCx3 3 of the above TONGA CORONATION FIRST DAY COVERS WITH COIN $15.00

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TONGA COIN SET FEATURES FOOD 

The designs of this five coin set from the island nation of Tonga, also called the Friendly Islands, were created for World Food Day, and so feature staples of the local diet.  The 2005 1 Seniti pictures an ear of corn on one side and a vanilla plant on the other.  The 2002 2 Seniti features a Taro plant on the front and the cut-out paper dolls and legend “PLANNED FAMILIES - FOOD FOR ALL” on the back.   The 2005 5 Seniti features a hen and chicks on the front and coconuts on the back.   The  2005 10 Seniti has a bust of King Taufa'ahau on the front and a bunch of bananas on the back.  The 2002 20 Seniti portrays the king on the front and has yams on the back.  All coins are Uncirculated.

Item S-TO-SET5 TONGA 5 COIN SET 1 - 20 SENITI 2002-05 KM66-70, UNC. $7.50

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ATTRACTIVE TRINIDAD & TOBAGO COIN SET

The Caribbean nation of Trinidad and Tobago issued this attractive set of five coins.  The bronze 1 and 5 cent feature native birds.  The copper-nickel 10 and 25 cent show native plant life.   You can almost hear the steel drums being played on the copper-nickel 50 cent coin.  The 50 Cents is dated 2003, the other coins date are 2012. All are Brilliant Uncirculated.

Item S-TT-SET5 TRINIDAD & TOBAGO 5 COIN SET 2003-12 KM29-33 BU $4.50

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BRITISH HEROES COINS INCLUDE MULTI-COLORED BRITISH FLAG 

Heroes of Great Britain are featured this five coin set from the tiny British possession of Tristan da Cunha.  Each of the five gold-plated 38.6mm 1 Crown coins includes an embedded red, white and blue Union Jack of the United Kingdom. The 5 coin set contains an individually serial numbered coin featuring “The Lone Soldier”, a memorial to the fallen.  Battle of Britain pilots Douglas Badar and Keith Parks, along with their airplanes, are each featured on their own coin.  British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, along with World War II aircraft is on the fourth coin.  Horatio Nelson, hero of the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, and his ship, is on the fifth coin.  Queen Elizabeth is on the obverse of each of the 2010 dated coins. The coins are Brilliant Uncirculated.

Item TDC-HEROES5 TRISTAN DA CUNHA 5 COIN BRITISH HEROES SET, BU $39.50

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KILLER WHALE ON TRISTAN DA CUNHA COIN

Tristan da Cunha is a small, cloudy, wet and windy island in the mid-Atlantic with a population of about 250. Though its first permanent settlers were from the United States, it has been a British possession since 1816. It has no airstrip so is accessible only by a six-day boat trip from South Africa. During World War II it was commissioned by the Royal Navy as a "Stone Frigate". Its main industries are fishing and the sale of stamps and coins to collectors.  A Killer Whale, also known as an Orca, is on the reverse of the 2008 aluminum-bronze 20 Pence of Tristan da Cunha.  Queen Elizabeth is on the obverse.

Item TDC-20P TRISTAN DA CUNHA 20 PENCE 2008 KM32 UNC. $4.00

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TURKS & CAICOS COINS FEATURE CRITTERS

Turks and Caicos Islands is a British overseas territory in the West Indies. It has a population of only about 35,000.   It was discovered by Ponce de Leon in 1512 and settled by royalist sympathizers from the United States after the American Revolution. In 1969 the colony struck its first coin, a 38.5mm copper-nickel 1 Crown featuring the islands coat of arms on the reverse.  The arms include a conch shell, lobster and cactus, supported by a pair of flamingos with a pelican as its crest.  The coin has a mintage of only 50,000 pieces.  In 1981 it issued a 24mm copper-nickel Quarter Crown coin depicting a Spiny Lobster on the reverse.  It is the lowest denomination issued by the tiny island nation which primarily uses the United States dollar.  Both coins have the young head of Queen Elizabeth on the obverse.

Item TC-1CR TURKS & CAICOS 1 CROWN 1969 KM1 UNC. $7.50

Item TC-1/4CR TURKS & CAICOS 1/4 CROWN 1981 KM51 UNC. $5.00

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For more Island Coinage, please see:

MAUI TRADE DOLLARS

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