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5 Cents Aforika Borwa
2005 year| Copper plated steel | 4.5 g | 21.0 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 5 Cents 0.05 ZAR = USD 0.0029 |
| Currency | Rand (1961-date) |
| Composition | Copper plated steel |
| Weight | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 21.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#4863 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
Reverse
Blue crane with value.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5c
GJR
Engraver: Gert Richards
Edge
Plain
Comment
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 5 Cents (Aforika Borwa) 2005 coin from South Africa features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. On the obverse side of the coin, there is an image of a traditional African woman carrying a basket on her head, surrounded by a pattern of geometric shapes and symbols that are inspired by traditional African art. This design was created by the South African artist, Themba Mbuyisa, and it represents the diversity and richness of African culture.
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 5 Cents (Aforika Borwa) 2005 coin.
