10 Cents (Elephant - Strength of Africa) 2002 front 10 Cents (Elephant - Strength of Africa) 2002 back
10 Cents (Elephant - Strength of Africa) 2002 photo
© Carl Russouw

10 Cents Elephant - Strength of Africa

2002 year
Silver (.925) 16.813 g 32.7 mm
Description
Issuer
South Africa
Period
Republic (1961-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2002
Value
10 Cents 0.10 ZAR = USD 0.0057
Currency
Rand (1961-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
16.813 g
Diameter
32.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#139827
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Two elephant heads facing each other

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10c
MJS

Translation: Ten Cents

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 - 500 Sets
     
  • Velvet lined case - 996 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 Elephant - Strength of Africa coin was part of a series of non-circulating coins issued by the South African Mint in 2002 to celebrate the country's wildlife and natural heritage. The coin features an image of an elephant, which is one of Africa's most iconic and majestic animals, and is known for its strength and intelligence. The coin's design also includes the phrase "Strength of Africa" in English, Afrikaans, and Xhosa, which reflects the continent's rich cultural heritage and diversity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2002  624 - - - - - -

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