© Robert Cronje (CC BY-NC-SA)
© Robert Cronje (CC BY-NC-SA)
2 Rand Food and Agricultural Organisation
1995 year| Silver (.925) | 33.63 g | 38.7 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1995 |
| Value | 2 Rand 2 ZAR = USD 0.11 |
| Currency | Rand (1961-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 33.63 g |
| Diameter | 38.7 mm |
| Thickness | 3.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#95162 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
FAO emblem top left with date range "1945-1995" below it.
Top left depicts a bird (Similar to the Cape Sparrow on old RSA 1 cent) on a branch over which the face value "R 2".
Bottom left a birds nest with two children. The elder one crying and the younger reaching to the bird.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FAO
FIAT PANIS
R 2
JS
Engraver: Johan Steyn
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 2 Rand coin from South Africa, minted in 1995 to commemorate the Food and Agricultural Organisation, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich agricultural heritage. The coin's reverse side depicts a stylized image of a farmer tilling the land, surrounded by crops and livestock. This design not only highlights the importance of agriculture in South Africa's economy but also symbolizes the country's commitment to sustainable farming practices and food security.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 1743 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Rand (Food and Agricultural Organisation) 1995 coin.
