© Carl Russouw
© Carl Russouw
2 Rand Knysna Seahorse
1997 year| Silver (.925) | 33.63 g | 38.7 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 2 Rand 2 ZAR = USD 0.12 |
| 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#131473 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Knysna Seahorse in natural environment
Script: Latin
Lettering: R 2
Engraver: William Lumley
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Also issued in see through case as combo set with the 2½ cents or 'Tickey' (no mintage data available but estimated at 200).Interesting fact
The Knysna Seahorse coin was designed by South African artist, D.L. Kotzé, and features a unique depiction of a seahorse, with its tail curled around a coral branch. The coin's design was inspired by the beautiful and diverse marine life found in the waters of Knysna, a coastal town in South Africa's Western Cape province.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Rand (Knysna Seahorse) 1997 coin.
