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20 Pa'anga - Taufa'ahau Tupou IV FAO
| Issuer | National Reserve Bank of Tonga |
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| Year | 1980 |
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| Currency | Pa`anga (1967-date) |
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| Obverse description | Right-facing bare-headed bust of King Taufa'ahau Tupou IV, wearing a pearl necklace, occupying the central field. The legend 'TONGA 1980' arcs along the upper periphery, flanked by dot stops, while the denomination '20 PA'ANGA' is inscribed along the lower periphery. The portrait is rendered in low relief with naturalistic detail to the hair and facial features. |
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| Obverse lettering | TONGA 1980 20 PA'ANGA |
| Reverse description | Central device consists of a stylised FAO emblem depicting a shield incorporating a female gender symbol and abstract plant motifs, symbolising rural women's advancement. The legend 'RURAL WOMEN'S ADVANCEMENT' arcs around the upper and lateral periphery in bold raised letters, flanked by dot stops at each side. The abbreviation '· F · A · O ·' appears in the lower field beneath the central device. The design is rendered in low relief against a smooth field. |
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