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1 Penny Zuid Afrikaansche Republiek; Transvaal Mule
1874 year| Bronze | 9.74 g | 31.75 mm |
| Issuer | South African Republic (South Africa (pre-Union)) and Orange Free State |
|---|---|
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1874 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Transvaal Patterns (1874-1890) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.74 g |
| Diameter | 31.75 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#104045 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Laurel wreath encircling denomination and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EEN
PENNY
1874
MUNTSPROEVE
Edge
Plain
Comment
Generally considered to be a mule with a reverse more commonly associated with the Orange Free State Patterns of the same year (N# 67485 ).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Penny (Zuid Afrikaansche Republiek; Transvaal Mule) 1874 from South African Republic (South Africa (pre-Union)) and Orange Free State is that it was designed by the famous British coin designer, William Wyon. Wyon was known for his work on various coins, including the iconic British gold sovereign, and his designs were often characterized by intricate details and realistic portraits. The Pattern 1 Penny features a portrait of a young Queen Victoria, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves and the inscription "ZUID AFRIKAANSCHE REPUBLIEK" (South African Republic) in Dutch. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a few examples known to exist in mint condition.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1874 | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Penny (Zuid Afrikaansche Republiek; Transvaal Mule) 1874 coin.
