10 Cents (Buffalo - Power of Africa) 2001 front 10 Cents (Buffalo - Power of Africa) 2001 back
10 Cents (Buffalo - Power of Africa) 2001 photo
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10 Cents Buffalo - Power of Africa

2001 year
Silver (.925) 16.86 g 32.7 mm
Description
Issuer
South Africa
Period
Republic (1961-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2001
Value
10 Cents 0.10 ZAR = USD 0.0057
Currency
Rand (1961-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
16.86 g
Diameter
32.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#166023
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Two male buffaloes clashing horns, denomination above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10c
MJS

Engraver: Thinus Scheepers

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issued as a single coin, or in two Limited Edition Set with the 4 coins of the same year: 5 cents (1/4 Ounce), 10 cents (1/2 Ounce), 20 cents (1 Ounce) and 50 Cents (2 Ounces). (Total combined below)
 

  • Prestige Set in a Wooden Box - 411 Sets
     
  • Velvet lined case - 746 Sets
     


There were also three other sets issued (Total combined below):
 

  • 3 Coin Set - 2000, 2001 and 2002 - 95 Sets
     
  • 4 Coin Set - 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2003 - 47 Sets
     
  • 5 Coin Set - 2002, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 - 133 Sets
     

This is the 5 Coin set, 2000-2004, issued as a combination set showing all 5 coins, making up the Big 5

Interesting fact

The Buffalo - Power of Africa coin is a unique piece that features a design of a buffalo on one side and the African continent on the other. It was minted in 2001 as part of a series of non-circulating coins celebrating the "Power of Africa" theme. The coin is made of silver (.925) and weighs 16.86 grams. It's a rare and collectible item that is sought after by coin enthusiasts and collectors.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2001  557 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Cents (Buffalo - Power of Africa) 2001 coin.