1979 Samoa 10 Tala, Silver Proof issue

This 1979 Samoa 10 Tala silver proof commemorates the 200th anniversary of the death of Captain James Cook and is presented as a sterling silver proof with its original case and certificate of authenticity. A limited mintage of 5,000 makes it a desirable piece for collectors of Pacific island coinage and historical commemoratives.

Obverse: Features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II with the issuing country's inscriptions and denomination surrounding the portrait. Reverse: Depicts a commemorative design honoring Captain James Cook with period imagery and inscriptions marking the 200th anniversary.

• Country: Samoa
• Year: 1979
• Denomination: 10 Tala
• Composition: Sterling silver (92.5% silver)
• Size: 38.61 mm diameter
• Weight: 31.47 g

Presented in its original case with COA, this proof coin is ideal for collectors seeking a well-preserved historical commemorative with low mintage.