Vanuatu Coins
The official currency of Vanuatu is the vatu, introduced in 1981 after the country's independence. Vanuatu's monetary system has evolved throughout its history, reflecting the political and economic changes of the nation.
Current currency in circulation
The vatu is divided into 100 cents, although in practice fractional coins are not used. Coins in circulation include denominations of 5, 10, 20, 20, 50 and 100 vatu, while banknotes are issued in denominations of 200, 500, 1000, 2000 and 5000 vatu. The Reserve Bank of Vanuatu is responsible for the issuance and regulation of the national currency.
Monetary history and relevant facts
Before the introduction of the vatu, Vanuatu used the New Hebrides franc, inherited from the joint Franco-British colonial period. A notable event in Vanuatu numismatics was the issuance of commemorative coins in 2015 to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the country's independence. In addition, in 2010, Vanuatu launched a series of collector coins depicting the archipelago's unique flora and fauna, thus promoting its biodiversity through numismatics.
| Country | Vanuatu |
| Flag | |
| Coin | Vatu (VUV) |
| 1€ | 125,19Vt |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Capital city | Port Vila |
| ISO2 | VU |
| ISO3 | VUT |
| Catalogued coins | 45 |
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The most valuable coins
The most valuable Vanuatu 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 catalogs related to Vanuatu
You can consult other coins related to Vanuatu, these catalogs are usually country history: former countries, unifications, independence provinces, colonies, etc.
Coin Catalog
100 vatu
50 vatu (1st Anniversary of Independence)
50 vatu (1st Anniversary of Independence)
10.000 vatu (1st Anniversary of Independence)
1 vatu
2 vatu
5 vatu
10 vatu
20 vatu
50 vatu (FAO)
100 vatu
50 vatu (XXIV Summer Olympic Games, Seoul 1988 - Boxing)
50 vatu (Millennium 2000)
5 vatu
10 vatu
20 vatu
50 vatu
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