© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
10 Cents iSewula Afrika
| Copper plated steel | 2.0 g | 16.0 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2012-2022 |
| Value | 10 Cents 0.10 ZAR = USD 0.0057 |
| Currency | Rand (1961-date) |
| Composition | Copper plated steel |
| Weight | 2.0 g |
| Diameter | 16.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#44775 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Arum lily at left, value at right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10c
RCM
Engraver: Robert Campbell McFarlane
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Legends in the 11 Official Languages of the Republic of South Africa:Afrikaans: Suid-Afrika
English: South Africa
Sesotho and Sepedi: Afrika Borwa
Tswana: Aforika Borwa
Xhosa: uMzantsi Afrika
Zulu: iNingizimu Afrika
Ndebele: iSewula frika
Venda: Afurika Tshipembe
siSwati: Ningizimu Afrika
Tsonga: Afrika Dzonga
Interesting fact
The 10 cent coin from South Africa, also known as the iSewula Afrika, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. On the obverse side of the coin, there is an image of a traditional African headdress, which represents the diversity and unity of the South African people. The headdress is surrounded by a circle of 10 smaller images, each depicting a different aspect of South African culture, such as a traditional drum, a basket, and a beadwork pattern. This design not only makes the coin visually striking, but it also serves as a symbol of the country's rich cultural history and heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2022 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Cents (iSewula Afrika) 2012-2022 coin.
