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1 Cent SUID-AFRIKA - SOUTH AFRICA
| Bronze (95% Copper, 4.5% Zinc, 0.5% Tin) | 3.0 g | 19.05 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1970-1989 |
| Value | 1 Cent 0.01 ZAR = USD 0.00058 |
| Currency | Rand (1961-date) |
| Composition | Bronze (95% Copper, 4.5% Zinc, 0.5% Tin) |
| Weight | 3.0 g |
| Diameter | 19.05 mm |
| Thickness | 1.57 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#1794 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 4% |
Reverse
Cape Sparrows below denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1c
T.S.
Unabridged legend: 1 cent
Engraver: Tommy Sasseen
Edge
Reeded coarsely
Comment
Obverse engraver initials varieties exist:1970-83 - 'T.S.' below base of Coat of Arms right hand side (Tommy Sasseen)
1984 - no engraver initials (Arthur Sutherland)
1985-87 - 'A.L.S.' below base of Coat of Arms left hand side (Arthur Sutherland)
Interesting fact
The 1 Cent coin from South Africa was designed by famous South African sculptor and artist, Coert Steynberg. He was known for his work in creating sculptures and medallions that reflected the country's history, culture, and natural heritage. Steynberg's design for the 1 Cent coin features a stylized image of a springbok, a type of antelope that is native to South Africa. The springbok is depicted in a graceful leap, symbolizing the country's boundless energy and vitality. The coin's design has remained largely unchanged since its introduction in 1970, and it continues to be a popular collector's item among numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1971 | 12000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1972 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1973 | 10850 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1974 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 | 18000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 | 19000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 | 17000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1981 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1983 | 14000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1984 | 11000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1985 | 9859 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1986 | 7000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1987 | 6781 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1988 | 7250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1989 | 9571 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Cent (SUID-AFRIKA - SOUTH AFRICA) 1970-1989 coin.
