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1 Rand Nicolaas J. Diederichs
1979 year| Nickel | 12.0 g | 31.0 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 1 Rand 1 ZAR = USD 0.06 |
| Currency | Rand (1961-date) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 12.0 g |
| Diameter | 31.0 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#2910 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
Springbok
"Soli Deo gloria" is one of the five Reformers' basic beliefs during the Protestant Reformation. It means "Glory to God alone".
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOLI DEO GLORIA
J.v.Z 1 RAND
Engraver: Jan van Zyl
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Rand (Nicolaas J. Diederichs) 1979 coin from South Africa was designed by the renowned South African artist, Nicolaas Diederichs. The coin features an image of Diederichs on the obverse side, along with the inscription "NICOLAAS J. Diederichs" in Afrikaans. The reverse side of the coin features a stunning image of a springbok, which is a type of antelope found in South Africa. The springbok is depicted in a naturalistic pose, with its head turned to the side and its body positioned in a graceful stance. The coin's design is a beautiful tribute to Diederichs' artistic talent and his love for the natural beauty of South Africa.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rand (Nicolaas J. Diederichs) 1979 coin.
