Obverse: The centre of the coin features the national coat of arms of Samoa, surrounded by a decorative border. The inscriptions „SAMOA“ and the year of issue, 2021, appear above, while the denomination „2 TALA“ is displayed below. The coat of arms also features Samoa's national motto, „FA'AVAE I LE ATUA SAMOA“, meaning „Samoa is founded on God“. This motto reflects the country's deep religious traditions and the importance of faith in Samoan culture.
Reverse: Depicts a mysterious ocean mermaid reaching towards a sailor in a small boat. Beneath the water's surface, threatening sea monsters lurk, waiting for their prey. The dynamic composition captures the beauty, mystery and dangers of the ocean. The inscription „PACIFIC MERMAID“ appears at the top, while „1 oz 999 SILVER“ indicates the coin's weight and silver fineness.
About the coin: The 2021 Samoa 2 Tala „Pacific Mermaid“ silver coin is the second release in the „Mermaid“ series, dedicated to mythical sea creatures. Throughout history, mermaids have appeared in the legends of many cultures as mysterious beings capable of enchanting sailors with their beauty and supernatural powers. The coin's design brings this mythology to life, combining fascination with danger. Struck by Scottsdale Mint from .999 fine silver, the coin weighs 1 troy ounce (31.1 g), measures 39 mm in diameter and 3.2 mm in thickness. The BU version has a limited mintage of 15,000 coins.
