20 Cents (African Wild Dog) 2005 front 20 Cents (African Wild Dog) 2005 back
20 Cents (African Wild Dog) 2005 photo
© Tom Louw

20 Cents African Wild Dog

2005 year
Silver (.925) 33.726 g 38.3 mm
Description
Issuer
South Africa
Period
Republic (1961-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2005
Value
20 Cents 0.20 ZAR = USD 0.011
Currency
Rand (1961-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
33.726 g
Diameter
38.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#191069
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Adult Wild Dog with 2 pups

Script: Latin

Lettering:
20c
MJS

Engraver: Thinus Scheepers

Interesting fact

The African Wild Dog 20 cent coin from South Africa, minted in 2005, is a non-circulating coin made of silver (.925) and weighs 33.726 grams. Despite its relatively small size and denomination, this coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item due to its unique design and limited mintage. It features an image of an African wild dog, also known as a painted hunting dog, which is an endangered species found mainly in the savannas and grasslands of sub-Saharan Africa. The coin's design is meant to raise awareness about the importance of conservation efforts to protect these magnificent animals and their habitats.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2005  816 - - - - - -

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