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20 Cents African Wild Dog
2005 yearSilver (.925) | 33.726 g | 38.3 mm |
Issuer | South Africa |
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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 |
Numista | N#191069 |
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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 |
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2005 | 816 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Cents (African Wild Dog) 2005 coin.