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© Philip Coetzee
2 Rand Steam Locomotive
2015 year| Silver (.925) | 33.63 g | 38.7 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2015 |
| 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#138886 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Staem locomotive driving left
Script: Latin
Lettering:
R2
Steam Locomotive
Class 15F
CM
Engraver: Cecil Moses
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 2 Rand Steam Locomotive coin from South Africa features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and heritage. The coin's obverse side features a steam locomotive, which played a significant role in South Africa's transportation history, particularly during the apartheid era. The locomotive depicted on the coin is a 2-6-2+2-6-2 Double-Ended Mallet Locomotive, which was built in 1929 and used for both passenger and freight transportation. The coin's reverse side features the South African coat of arms, which symbolizes the country's unity and diversity. The coin's unique design and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 204 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Rand (Steam Locomotive) 2015 coin.
