© PCGS
© PCGS
2 Rand - ¼ Ounce Coelacanth fish and fossil
1998 year| Gold (.9999) | 7.777 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 2 Rand 2 ZAR = USD 0.11 |
| Currency | Rand (1961-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 7.777 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#403064 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Coelacanth fish and fossil.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1/4 OZ Au 999.9
R2
AM
Engraver: Aldrid Minnie
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Coelacanth fish and fossil featured on the 2 Rand - ¼ Ounce gold coin from South Africa (1998) is a fascinating example of a "living fossil." The Coelacanth was thought to have been extinct for millions of years before it was rediscovered in 1938. It is a remarkable example of evolutionary stasis, as it has remained largely unchanged for millions of years.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 386 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Rand - ¼ Ounce (Coelacanth fish and fossil) 1998 coin.
