2 Cents (English Legend - SOUTH AFRICA) 1965-1969 front 2 Cents (English Legend - SOUTH AFRICA) 1965-1969 back
2 Cents (English Legend - SOUTH AFRICA) 1965-1969 photo
© Joseph Kunnappally

2 Cents English Legend - SOUTH AFRICA

 
Bronze 4.0 g 22.45 mm
Description
Issuer
South Africa
Period
Republic (1961-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1965-1969
Value
2 Cents 0.02 ZAR = USD 0.0011
Currency
Rand (1961-date)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
4.0 g
Diameter
22.45 mm
Thickness
1.71 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#3402
Rarity index
6%

Reverse

Wildebeest

Script: Latin

Lettering: 2c J.V.Z.

Unabridged legend: 2 cents

Engraver: Jan van Zyl

Edge

Reeded coarsely

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1965-1969 South African 2 cent coin is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of a San woman, who is indigenous to South Africa, while the reverse side features a Springbok, which is a native antelope species and a symbol of the country. This design was chosen to represent the diversity and richness of South African culture, and it sets the coin apart from other currency designs that typically feature political figures or national symbols.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1965  29887000 - - - - - -
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 2 Cents (English Legend - SOUTH AFRICA) 1965-1969 coin.