Samoa Coins

Explore our collection of Samoa Coins, featuring a diverse range of circulating, commemorative, proof, and collector issues from the Independent State of Samoa. Located in the heart of the South Pacific, Samoa has developed a fascinating numismatic heritage that combines traditional Polynesian culture with some of the most innovative modern collector coin programmes in the world.

Samoa’s official currency is the Samoan Tala (WST), introduced in 1967 to replace the Western Samoan pound following decimalisation. The tala is divided into 100 sene, and circulating coinage has included denominations ranging from 1 sene to 2 tala. Modern circulation coins commonly feature national symbols, traditional cultural motifs, native wildlife, and the national coat of arms.

The designs found on Samoan coins often celebrate the nation’s unique Polynesian heritage. Themes include traditional canoes, coconut palms, marine life, local architecture, and symbols representing Samoan customs and identity. These distinctive designs make Samoa’s circulating coinage particularly appealing to collectors of Pacific and island nation currencies.

Beyond circulation issues, Samoa has become internationally recognised for its extensive range of commemorative and collector coins. Many of these are produced in partnership with leading international mints and are issued in silver, gold, platinum, and other precious metals. Modern Samoan collector coins frequently feature:

• Marine and wildlife themes
• Historic anniversaries
• Famous world landmarks
• Cultural and religious subjects
• Space exploration
• Artistic and fantasy-inspired designs
• Innovative minting technologies

Many Samoan commemorative releases utilise advanced minting techniques such as colourisation, high-relief striking, selective gilding, gemstone inserts, and unusual coin shapes. These limited-mintage issues have become highly sought after among collectors of modern world coins and numismatic art.

Our collection includes circulating Samoan tala coinage, commemorative releases, proof coins, silver and gold collector issues, and limited-edition numismatic pieces. Whether you are building a collection of Oceanian coins, Pacific island currencies, wildlife-themed coinage, or modern commemorative issues, Samoa Coins offers a unique blend of cultural heritage, artistic innovation, and collector appeal.

Browse our range below to discover circulation issues, commemorative releases, proof coins, and collectable coins from Samoa.