2½ Cents Whales
2002 year| Silver (.925) | 1.414 g | 16.3 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2002 |
| Value | 2½ Cents 0.025 ZAR = USD 0.0014 |
| Currency | Rand (1961-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 1.414 g |
| Diameter | 16.3 mm |
| Thickness | 2.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#146095 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Whale breaching water
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2 1/2 c
PB
Engraver: Paul Botes
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 2½ Cents (Whales) coin from South Africa, minted in 2002, is a unique coin that features a whale tail design on its reverse side. This design was created to raise awareness about the importance of protecting marine life, particularly whales, and the ocean environments they inhabit. The coin's design also includes the words "Protect Our Marine Heritage" inscribed in English, Afrikaans, and Xhosa, which are three of the official languages of South Africa. This coin is not only a beautiful collector's item but also serves as a reminder of the need to protect our planet's marine ecosystems.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 497 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2½ Cents (Whales) 2002 coin.
