{"title":"Tonga","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"tonga-complete-4-specimen-set-1978-unc-d10","title":"1978 Tonga 1, 2, 5, \u0026 10 Pa'anga \"SPECIMEN\" Banknote Set | King Taufa'ahau Tupou IV | Rare UNC 4-Piece Collection\/d10","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eourney to the \"Friendly Islands\" with this magnificent \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"56\"\u003eSpecimen Banknote Set\u003c\/b\u003e from the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"87\"\u003eKingdom of Tonga\u003c\/b\u003e. Issued on \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"115\"\u003e1st August 1978\u003c\/b\u003e, this complete 4-piece collection (1, 2, 5, and 10 Pa'anga) features the dignified portrait of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"226\"\u003eKing Taufa'ahau Tupou IV\u003c\/b\u003e in his military uniform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThese notes were produced by the world-renowned security printer \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"65\"\u003eThomas De La Rue\u003c\/b\u003e as part of a limited archival series. As specimens, they were never released into general circulation, making them a high-value acquisition for collectors of Polynesian and British Commonwealth currency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eSet Includes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1 Pa'anga (Green):\u003c\/b\u003e Features the King on the obverse and a panoramic view of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"76\"\u003eVava'u Harbor\u003c\/b\u003e on the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2 Pa'anga (Red):\u003c\/b\u003e Showcases the King and a traditional scene of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"63\"\u003eTongan women making Tapa cloth\u003c\/b\u003e (Kapa) on the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e5 Pa'anga (Purple):\u003c\/b\u003e Highlights the King and the historic \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003eHa'amonga 'a Maui Trilithon\u003c\/b\u003e, an ancient stone gate known as the \"Stonehenge of the Pacific.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e10 Pa'anga (Blue):\u003c\/b\u003e The high denomination of the set, featuring the King and the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"80\"\u003eRoyal Palace in Nuku'alofa\u003c\/b\u003e, the wooden official residence of the King of Tonga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e UNC (Uncirculated) – Pristine, original bank condition with crisp paper and sharp corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpecimen Details:\u003c\/b\u003e Overprinted with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"35\"\u003e\"SPECIMEN\"\u003c\/b\u003e in bold red (and black on the 2 Pa'anga) diagonally on both sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSerial Numbers:\u003c\/b\u003e Features matching archival serial numbers (e.g., \u003ccode data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"65\"\u003e*010908\u003c\/code\u003e) with the official specimen archival star (\u003ccode data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"116\"\u003e*\u003c\/code\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHistorical Value:\u003c\/b\u003e A foundational set representing Tongan sovereignty and cultural heritage during the late 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYou will receive what you see in the photos\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eShipping and Packaging Information:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eProcessing Time:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrders placed from Monday to Friday will be carefully packed and dispatched within 24 hours.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTo ensure the safety of your purchase, we use board-backed envelopes and plastic sleeves to protect our products during transit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUnited Kingdom Shipping:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEnjoy free shipping within the UK, regardless of the weight of your order.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFor orders under 5 pounds, your shipment will be sent via second class mail without tracking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrders between 5 pounds and 15 pounds will be shipped using first class mail without tracking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrders exceeding 15 pounds will be shipped via first class 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data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eExperience the Royal Heritage of the Friendly Islands\u003c\/b\u003e Add the vibrant colors of the South Pacific to your collection with this 2-note set from the Kingdom of Tonga. These notes feature the portrait of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"201\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eKing Tāufaʻāhau Tupou IV\u003c\/b\u003e, whose long reign saw Tonga modernize while maintaining its deep cultural traditions. In \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"315\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eUncirculated (UNC)\u003c\/b\u003e condition, these specimens are bank-fresh with sharp corners and original paper luster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eNote 1: 1\/2 Pa'anga (Brown\/Pink) - 1977 Issue\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003eObverse:\u003c\/b\u003e Portrait of King Tāufaʻāhau Tupou IV and the Tongan Coat of Arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003eReverse:\u003c\/b\u003e A fascinating scene of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"32\" data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003eCopra production\u003c\/b\u003e, showing workers processing coconuts at an island station—the backbone of Tonga's historical economy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003eUnique Factor:\u003c\/b\u003e Fractional banknotes (half-units) are rare in modern currency, making this a standout \"curiosity\" piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eNote 2: 1 Pa'anga (Green) - 1991 Issue\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003eObverse:\u003c\/b\u003e A mature portrait of the King and the National Coat of Arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003eReverse:\u003c\/b\u003e A stunning panoramic view of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"38\" data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003eVava'u Harbor\u003c\/b\u003e, famous for its lush tropical islands and as a world-class sailing destination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e This note was issued by the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"36\" data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003eNational Reserve Bank of Tonga\u003c\/b\u003e, representing a later era of Tongan financial history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYou will receive what you see in the photos\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eShipping and Packaging Information:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eProcessing Time:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrders placed from Monday to Friday will be carefully packed and dispatched within 24 hours.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTo ensure the safety of your purchase, we use board-backed envelopes and plastic sleeves to protect our products during transit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUnited Kingdom Shipping:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEnjoy free shipping within the UK, regardless of the weight of your order.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFor orders under 5 pounds, your shipment will be sent via second class mail without tracking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrders between 5 pounds and 15 pounds will be shipped using first class mail without tracking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrders exceeding 15 pounds will be shipped via first class mail with tracking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrders over 100 pounds will benefit from special delivery with next-day delivery service.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eInternational Shipping:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFor international orders,  we use royal mail international.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"worldbanknote","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56925906141566,"sku":"EB-155948331856","price":39.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/1663\/5161\/files\/57_cc4e3b89-49ea-4c83-893b-f909070d91da.jpg?v=1773127511"}],"url":"https:\/\/worldbanknoteonline.com\/collections\/tonga-1.oembed","provider":"worldbanknote","version":"1.0","type":"link"}