Tuvalu Coins
The official currency of Tuvalu is the Tuvaluan dollar, which is pegged to the Australian dollar. Tuvalu, an island nation in the Pacific Ocean, has an interesting monetary history and a notable presence in the numismatic world, especially for its commemorative coins.
Monetary history and current coinage
Before adopting its own currency, Tuvalu used the Australian dollar as a medium of exchange. In 1976, the country began to issue its own coins, although the Australian dollar remained legal tender. Currently, the Tuvaluan dollar circulates alongside the Australian dollar, and both currencies are accepted in the country. Denominations of Tuvaluan coins include 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents, as well as 1 and 2 dollars.
Milestones in Tuvalu's numismatics
Tuvalu has earned a reputation in the numismatic world for its unique and colorful commemorative coins. A significant milestone was the issuance of the "Gods of Olympus" coin series in 2013, which featured Greek gods in high relief with colorful details. Another notable series is the "Deadly and Dangerous" series, featuring the dangerous wildlife of Australia and the Pacific. These issues have made Tuvalu popular with coin collectors around the world.
| Country | Tuvalu |
| Flag | |
| Coin | Tuvaluan dollar (AUD) |
| 1€ | 1,67$ |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Capital city | Funafuti |
| ISO2 | TV |
| ISO3 | TUV |
| Catalogued coins | 15 |
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The most valuable coins
The most valuable Tuvalu coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Coin Catalog
1 cent
2 cents
5 cents
10 cents
1 dollar (Ottifant)
1 dollar (Year of the Snake: Quadrant 4/4)
1 dollar (Year of the Snake: 3/4 Quadrant)
1 dollar (Year of the Snake: Quadrant 2/4)
1 dollar (Year of the Snake: Quadrant 1/4)
1 dollar (Chinese New Year)
50 cents (Bebe Serpiente)
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