1 Rand (Life of a Legend: In Prison on Robben Island) 2018 front 1 Rand (Life of a Legend: In Prison on Robben Island) 2018 back
1 Rand (Life of a Legend: In Prison on Robben Island) 2018 photo
Obverse © C_elegans – Reverse © C-elegans

1 Rand Life of a Legend: In Prison on Robben Island

2018 year
Silver (.925) (75 Cu) 15.0 g 32.7 mm
Description
Issuer
South Africa
Period
Republic (1961-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2018
Value
1 Rand 1 ZAR = USD 0.06
Currency
Rand (1961-date)
Composition
Silver (.925) (75 Cu)
Weight
15.0 g
Diameter
32.7 mm
Thickness
2.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#176117
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Nelson Mandela looking through the barred window of his Robben Island prison cell during a visit to the island in 1994 next to an image taken shortly after his release from Victor Vester prison

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Prison is itself a tremendous education in the need for Patience and Perseverance. It is above all a test of ones commitment. Nelson Mandela
R1
VLC

Engraver: Vincent Chipa

Designer: Lilian Guerra

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the "Life of a Legend: In Prison on Robben Island" 1 Rand coin is that it features a unique design that showcases Nelson Mandela's cell door on Robben Island, where he was imprisoned for 18 years. The design is meant to symbolize the resilience and determination of Mandela, who went on to become the first black president of South Africa and a Nobel Peace Prize winner. The coin's design is a powerful reminder of the struggles that Mandela faced and the impact that he had on the world.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2018  1000 - - - - - -

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