1 Rand Railway Centennial
1995 year| Silver (.925) | 15.0 g | 32.7 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1995 |
| Value | 1 Rand 1 ZAR = USD 0.06 |
| Currency | Rand (1961-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 15.0 g |
| Diameter | 32.7 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#25186 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 72% |
Reverse
The outer design represents the NZASM tunnel between Waterval Onder and Waterval Boven out of which comes a steam train on the tracks, emerging from a symbolic gear, representing industry and also a tunnel. The tracks cross over a bridge representing the bridging of international boundaries.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PROTEA
1 RAND
BH
Engraver: Brian Hartland
Edge
Reeded
Comment
There are two varieties for this coin:(i) The rare type, of which less than 30 were struck (so it is believed) has the whole train frosted giving the impression that the train has a shaded door and window - incorrect
(ii) The second (more common) variety has the doorway and window clear (no frosting) - correct
Interesting fact
The 1 Rand (Railway Centennial) 1995 coin from South Africa features a unique design that commemorates the 100th anniversary of the country's railways. The coin's obverse side features a steam locomotive, while the reverse side depicts a modern electric locomotive, symbolizing the evolution of rail transportation in South Africa.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 30 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rand (Railway Centennial) 1995 coin.
