Issued by the Central Bank of Samoa in 1980, this 1 Tala banknote is part of the early post-independence series reflecting Samoa’s cultural heritage and national identity.
The obverse features a portrait of a prominent Samoan figure, accompanied by denomination numerals, traditional patterns, and inscriptions in Samoan and English.
The reverse depicts cultural motifs, local architecture, or natural landscapes representing Samoa’s heritage. Decorative borders and detailed background designs complete the banknote.
Issuer: Central Bank of Samoa
Denomination: 1 Tala
Year: 1980
Dimensions: Approx. 140 × 70 mm
Material: Paper
Security features: Watermark, guilloche patterns
