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From left, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher and Harrison Ford battle the Empire in the original
By D.F. Oliveria daveo@spokesman.com(509) 319-0354
From left, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher and Harrison Ford battle the Empire in the original
From left, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher and Harrison Ford battle the Empire in the original "Star Wars," which hit theaters on May 25, 1977. (Associated Press / The Spokesman-Review)

The tiny Pacific island nation of Niue, which is linked to New Zealand, has announced new coins. The coins will be adorned with some familiar faces, Luke, Leia, Yoda and Darth Vader.

In November, the New Zealand mint will offer a limited edition of Star Wars coins. While the coins are meant to be collectible, they will actually be legitimate currency for Niue’s 2,000 residents. Each coin is worth two New Zealand dollars but will cost far more for collectors. NPR

What kind of themed-currency would you like to see?

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