1988 Palladium 10 Paanga Taufahau Tupou VI Commemorative Coin
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Overview
The 1988 Palladium 10 Paanga Tonga Coin is a rare Olympic commemorative struck by The Royal Mint, containing 1 troy oz of .9995 fine palladium in AU condition.
- Contains 1.0000 troy oz of .9995 fine palladium (32.15 g total weight)
- Struck by The Royal Mint – issued by the Kingdom of Tonga
- Reverse features an Olympic shot putter honoring the 1988 Seoul Summer Games
- Obverse bears the portrait of King Taufa’ahau Tupou IV; graded AU
- 38mm diameter | 2.5mm thickness | Low-mintage commemorative issue
- Not IRA eligible
- All orders fully insured and tracked
Add to cart today and secure this exceptional palladium rarity!
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Product Highlights:
- The 1988 Palladium 10 Paanga Tonga Coin contains 1.0000 troy oz of .9995 fine palladium with a total weight of 32.15 grams – a standout piece among numismatic coins
- Struck by The Royal Mint for the Kingdom of Tonga as an official Olympic commemorative
- Reverse depicts an Olympic shot putter in action, celebrating the 1988 Seoul Summer Olympics
- Obverse features the portrait of King Taufa’ahau Tupou IV, monarch of Tonga from 1965 to 2006
- Graded AU (Almost Uncirculated) – a low-mintage proof-style issue with strong collector appeal
- Measures 38mm in diameter and 2.5mm in thickness
- Not IRA eligible
- Free shipping available on qualifying orders – all shipments fully insured and tracked
Add this 1988 Palladium 10 Paanga Tonga Coin to your cart today!
About the 1988 Palladium 10 Paanga Commemorative:
The 1988 Palladium 10 Paanga Tonga Coin was issued by the Kingdom of Tonga to honor the 1988 Seoul Summer Olympics – one of the most celebrated Games of the modern era. Carrying a face value of 10 Pa’anga, this coin was produced as part of a prestigious Olympic commemorative series in precious metals. Its reverse design showcases an Olympic shot putter captured mid-throw, making it a visually compelling piece that connects numismatic history with one of sport’s grandest stages. With a low mintage and palladium composition, examples in AU condition are genuinely difficult to source.
Struck by The Royal Mint:
The Royal Mint – one of the world’s oldest and most respected minting institutions – produced this coin on behalf of the Kingdom of Tonga. Known for exceptional striking quality and careful craftsmanship, The Royal Mint has a long history of producing commemorative and bullion coinage for sovereign nations across the globe. The precision evident in this 1988 issue reflects that legacy. With .9995 fine palladium content and a carefully executed design, this coin meets the exacting standards collectors and palladium enthusiasts expect from a Royal Mint-produced piece.
Palladium Rarity and Collector Appeal:
Palladium coinage from the late 1980s is exceptionally scarce. Tonga’s entry into Olympic commemorative palladium issues was a bold and forward-thinking move at a time when palladium coins were rarely produced by any sovereign mint. The 1988 Palladium 10 Paanga Tonga Coin represents a convergence of Olympic history, Tongan royal heritage, and the rarity of early palladium coinage – factors that consistently attract serious collectors. Graded AU examples with strong surface preservation are especially sought after, and population figures for high-grade specimens remain limited. Explore our broader selection of numismatic coins to discover similarly rare and historically significant pieces.
Why Buy from Accurate Precious Metals:
Accurate Precious Metals has been a trusted dealer since 2012, earning more than 1,800 five-star reviews from collectors and investors across the country. We offer competitive pricing on all precious metals products, and every order ships fully insured and tracked so your purchase arrives safely. Whether you’re adding a rare palladium commemorative to your collection or expanding your holdings in historic coinage, AccuratePMR delivers the reliability and transparency you deserve. Secure your 1988 Palladium 10 Paanga Tonga Coin by adding it to your cart now – don’t let this hard-to-find piece pass you by.
| Grade | |
|---|---|
| Weight (Grams) | 10.00 |
| Weight (Troy Oz) | |
| Purity | 925 |
| Diameter | 38mm |
| Thickness | 2.5mm |
| Year | 1988 |
| Mint | |
| Country | United States |
| Metal | |
| Product Type |
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Accurate Precious Metals Refineries provides comprehensive insurance coverage for all its shipments. Should any issues come up during the transit of your package to it’s destination, it is covered by our Shipping Policy in accordance with our Terms & Conditions.
Overview
The 1988 Palladium 10 Paanga Tonga Coin is a rare Olympic commemorative struck by The Royal Mint, containing 1 troy oz of .9995 fine palladium in AU condition.
- Contains 1.0000 troy oz of .9995 fine palladium (32.15 g total weight)
- Struck by The Royal Mint – issued by the Kingdom of Tonga
- Reverse features an Olympic shot putter honoring the 1988 Seoul Summer Games
- Obverse bears the portrait of King Taufa’ahau Tupou IV; graded AU
- 38mm diameter | 2.5mm thickness | Low-mintage commemorative issue
- Not IRA eligible
- All orders fully insured and tracked
Add to cart today and secure this exceptional palladium rarity!
Specifications
| Grade | |
|---|---|
| Weight (Grams) | 10.00 |
| Weight (Troy Oz) | |
| Purity | 925 |
| Diameter | 38mm |
| Thickness | 2.5mm |
| Year | 1988 |
| Mint | |
| Country | United States |
| Metal | |
| Product Type |
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Is my package insured while in transit?
Accurate Precious Metals Refineries provides comprehensive insurance coverage for all its shipments. Should any issues come up during the transit of your package to it’s destination, it is covered by our Shipping Policy in accordance with our Terms & Conditions.
Description
Product Highlights:
- The 1988 Palladium 10 Paanga Tonga Coin contains 1.0000 troy oz of .9995 fine palladium with a total weight of 32.15 grams – a standout piece among numismatic coins
- Struck by The Royal Mint for the Kingdom of Tonga as an official Olympic commemorative
- Reverse depicts an Olympic shot putter in action, celebrating the 1988 Seoul Summer Olympics
- Obverse features the portrait of King Taufa’ahau Tupou IV, monarch of Tonga from 1965 to 2006
- Graded AU (Almost Uncirculated) – a low-mintage proof-style issue with strong collector appeal
- Measures 38mm in diameter and 2.5mm in thickness
- Not IRA eligible
- Free shipping available on qualifying orders – all shipments fully insured and tracked
Add this 1988 Palladium 10 Paanga Tonga Coin to your cart today!
About the 1988 Palladium 10 Paanga Commemorative:
The 1988 Palladium 10 Paanga Tonga Coin was issued by the Kingdom of Tonga to honor the 1988 Seoul Summer Olympics – one of the most celebrated Games of the modern era. Carrying a face value of 10 Pa’anga, this coin was produced as part of a prestigious Olympic commemorative series in precious metals. Its reverse design showcases an Olympic shot putter captured mid-throw, making it a visually compelling piece that connects numismatic history with one of sport’s grandest stages. With a low mintage and palladium composition, examples in AU condition are genuinely difficult to source.
Struck by The Royal Mint:
The Royal Mint – one of the world’s oldest and most respected minting institutions – produced this coin on behalf of the Kingdom of Tonga. Known for exceptional striking quality and careful craftsmanship, The Royal Mint has a long history of producing commemorative and bullion coinage for sovereign nations across the globe. The precision evident in this 1988 issue reflects that legacy. With .9995 fine palladium content and a carefully executed design, this coin meets the exacting standards collectors and palladium enthusiasts expect from a Royal Mint-produced piece.
Palladium Rarity and Collector Appeal:
Palladium coinage from the late 1980s is exceptionally scarce. Tonga’s entry into Olympic commemorative palladium issues was a bold and forward-thinking move at a time when palladium coins were rarely produced by any sovereign mint. The 1988 Palladium 10 Paanga Tonga Coin represents a convergence of Olympic history, Tongan royal heritage, and the rarity of early palladium coinage – factors that consistently attract serious collectors. Graded AU examples with strong surface preservation are especially sought after, and population figures for high-grade specimens remain limited. Explore our broader selection of numismatic coins to discover similarly rare and historically significant pieces.
Why Buy from Accurate Precious Metals:
Accurate Precious Metals has been a trusted dealer since 2012, earning more than 1,800 five-star reviews from collectors and investors across the country. We offer competitive pricing on all precious metals products, and every order ships fully insured and tracked so your purchase arrives safely. Whether you’re adding a rare palladium commemorative to your collection or expanding your holdings in historic coinage, AccuratePMR delivers the reliability and transparency you deserve. Secure your 1988 Palladium 10 Paanga Tonga Coin by adding it to your cart now – don’t let this hard-to-find piece pass you by.