Coin set – Tonga

Complete first set of coins of Tonga under King Tupou VI.

Due to the large distances between the islands

South Pacific

sailing has always been an important part of

Polynesian culture.

In addition, isolated location

led to the emergence of unique species of animals and plants.

This complete set of Tongan paanga coins is dedicated to both.

A flower is depicted on the reverse of the coins.

Garcinia sessilis is the national flower of Tonga

used for typical Polynesian garlands,

two Tongan big-footed birds,

tongan double hull sailboat,

princess Latufuipeka Tukuaho,

performing the ceremonial dance Milolua

for making kava drink,

and the national emblem.

The obverse of the 1 paanga coin is decorated with

portrait of the former King Tupou V.

Other coins feature King Tupou VI.

– Unique animals and plants of Polynesia

– Members of the royal family of Tonga

– Motifs with regional names