目录
| 正面描述 | Portrait of Malietoa Tanumafili II facing left. |
|---|---|
| 正面文字 | Latin |
| 正面铭文 |
MALIETOA TANUMAFILI II SAMOA I SISIFO HP (Translation: Western Samoa) |
| 背面描述 | Southern Cross surrounds denomination in wreath, date above. |
| 背面文字 | Latin |
| 背面铭文 | 1967 SE 1 NE |
| 边缘 | Smooth |
| 铸币厂 | |
| 铸造量 |
1967 - - 500 000 1967 - Proof - 15 000 |
| Numisquare 编号 | 4520243960 |
| 附加信息 |
Historical Context: The 1967 1 Sene, featuring Malietoa Tanumafili II, marks a pivotal moment in Samoan numismatic history. Issued five years post-independence (1962), this coin introduced Samoa's national currency, the Sene and Tala, replacing the New Zealand Pound. Malietoa Tanumafili II, as O le Ao o le Malo for life, guided Samoa's formative years. This inaugural issue, KM#1, symbolizes the nation's newfound economic autonomy and identity.
Artistry: The 1967 1 Sene exhibits a modern, post-colonial aesthetic, likely influenced by British Royal Mint engravers. The obverse presents a dignified effigy of Malietoa Tanumafili II, rendered with clear, realistic lines. The reverse prominently features a traditional Samoan tanoa (kava bowl), a culturally significant artifact, encircled by the denomination "1 SENE" and the year "1967". This design effectively blends the head of state's authority with a powerful symbol of Samoan cultural heritage.
Technical/Grading: Struck in bronze (97% Copper, 2.5% Zinc, 0.5% Tin), this 17.53 mm, 1.75-gram coin displays typical modern base metal qualities. High-points for grading include Malietoa Tanumafili II's hair and brow on the obverse, and the tanoa bowl's rim and legs on the reverse. Well-struck examples exhibit sharp detail in these areas and clear lettering. Lower-grade specimens often show flatness on high-points and diminished luster, typically a satiny sheen.