10 Cents (English Legend - SOUTH AFRICA) 1965-1969 front 10 Cents (English Legend - SOUTH AFRICA) 1965-1969 back
10 Cents (English Legend - SOUTH AFRICA) 1965-1969 photo
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10 Cents English Legend - SOUTH AFRICA

 
Nickel 4.0 g 20.7 mm
Description
Issuer
South Africa
Period
Republic (1961-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1965-1969
Value
10 Cents 0.10 ZAR = USD 0.0057
Currency
Rand (1961-date)
Composition
Nickel
Weight
4.0 g
Diameter
20.7 mm
Thickness
1.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#2889
Rarity index
6%

Reverse

Aloe plant (Aloe succotrina)

Script: Latin

Lettering: 10 T.S.

Engraver: Tommy Sasseen

Edge

Plain

Comment

Aloe succotrina, the Fynbos aloe, is an medicinal aloe which is endemic to Cape Town and the south-western region of South Africa.

Interesting fact

The 10 cent coin from South Africa, minted between 1965 and 1969, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. On the obverse side of the coin, there is an image of a Springbok, which is a type of antelope that is native to South Africa. The Springbok is depicted in a graceful pose, with its head turned to the side and its body positioned in a curvaceous line. This design was chosen to represent the country's natural beauty and wildlife. Additionally, the coin's reverse side features the denomination "10 Cents" in English, as well as the year of minting. The coin's nickel composition gives it a distinctive silver-gray color, which makes it easily recognizable. Overall, this coin is a fascinating piece of numismatic history that highlights South Africa's unique cultural and natural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1965  29210000 - - - - - -
1966  25000 - - - - - -
1967  25000 - - - - - -
1969  12000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Cents (English Legend - SOUTH AFRICA) 1965-1969 coin.