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2 Rand Ningizimu Afrika - Afurika Tshipembe
| Nickel plated copper | 5.5 g | 23.0 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2005-2017 |
| Value | 2 Rand 2 ZAR = USD 0.11 |
| Currency | Rand (1961-date) |
| Composition | Nickel plated copper |
| Weight | 5.5 g |
| Diameter | 23.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#2915 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Greater kudu and value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
RAND
ALS
Engraver: Arthur Sutherland
Edge
Segmented reeding
Comment
2017-dated coins are same in their metrologic data (weight, sizes), alloy and common design.On 2017 coins the signature is below CoA, and 2005 coins, left of CoA
Legends in the 11 Official Languages of the Republic of South Africa:
Afrikaans: Suid-Afrika
English: South Africa
Sesotho and Sepedi: Afrika Borwa
Tswana: Aforika Borwa
Xhosa: uMzantsi Afrika
Zulu: iNingizimu Afrika
Ndebele: iSewula frika
Venda: Afurika Tshipembe
siSwati: Ningizimu Afrika
Tsonga: Afrika Dzonga
Interesting fact
The 2 Rand coin features an image of a lion on its obverse side, which is a symbol of strength and courage in many African cultures. The lion is also a nod to South Africa's rich wildlife heritage and the country's reputation as a premier destination for wildlife tourism.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 1944 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Rand (Ningizimu Afrika - Afurika Tshipembe) 2005-2017 coin.
