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© Philip Coetzee
10 Rand Orange-breasted Sunbird - colourized
2016 year| Silver (.925) | 33.63 g | 38.7 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 10 Rand 10 ZAR = USD 0.57 |
| Currency | Rand (1961-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 33.63 g |
| Diameter | 38.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#138989 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Sunbird with open wings
Script: Latin
Lettering:
R10
Anthobaphes violacea
VLC
Translation: Orange-breasted Sunbird
Engraver: Vincent Chipa
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Orange-breasted Sunbird coin, released in 2016, is part of the "Birds of South Africa" series. It features a colorized image of the Orange-breasted Sunbird, a species found in the country's grasslands and savannas. The coin's unique feature is that it has a unique laser-engraved pattern on the reverse side, which adds an extra layer of security and authenticity to the coin. This feature is not commonly found in other coins, making it a distinctive and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 472 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Rand (Orange-breasted Sunbird - colourized) 2016 coin.
