10 Cents (Rhino - Survivor of Africa) 2003 front 10 Cents (Rhino - Survivor of Africa) 2003 back
10 Cents (Rhino - Survivor of Africa) 2003 photo
© Carl Russouw

10 Cents Rhino - Survivor of Africa

2003 year
Silver (.925) 16.813 g 32.70 mm
Description
Issuer
South Africa
Period
Republic (1961-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2003
Value
10 Cents 0.10 ZAR = USD 0.0058
Currency
Rand (1961-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
16.813 g
Diameter
32.70 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#139806
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Two Black Rhinoceros standing facing each other

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10c
AM

Translation: Ten Cents

Engraver: Aldrid Minnie

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 - 532 Sets
     
  • Velvet lined case - 1,029 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 Rhino - Survivor of Africa coin was part of a series of coins issued by the South African Mint to raise awareness about endangered species in Africa. The coin features an image of a rhinoceros, which is one of the most endangered species in the continent due to poaching and habitat loss. By purchasing this coin, collectors and coin enthusiasts can support conservation efforts and help protect these magnificent creatures.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2003  21 - - - - - -

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