Soon-to-be-minted Star War coins will be legal tender on the tiny South Pacific island nation of Niue, but you probably wouldn't want to use them to buy a drink in the Mos Eisley Cantina.

The coin, set for release July 29, pays tribute to Texas’ leadership in guiding astronauts as they advance America’s journey ...

It's part of a series honoring the 40th anniversary of the Return of the Jedi featuring iconic ships of the franchise. Later coins will feature the X-Wing Starfighter, TIE Fighter and Death Star II.

Each coin will be minted with a fully colored image of Princess Leia, Luke Skywalker, C-3PO or other famous face from the Star Wars universe on one side, with a mug of Queen Elizabeth on the other ...