5 Cents (African Wild Dog) 2005 front 5 Cents (African Wild Dog) 2005 back
5 Cents (African Wild Dog) 2005 photo
© Tom Louw

5 Cents African Wild Dog

2005 year
Silver (.925) 8.456 g 26.7 mm
Description
Issuer
South Africa
Period
Republic (1961-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2005
Value
5 Cents 0.05 ZAR = USD 0.0029
Currency
Rand (1961-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
8.456 g
Diameter
26.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#191067
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Wild dog looking forward

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5c
LG

Engraver: Lilian Guerra

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The African Wild Dog coin was part of a series of coins issued by the South African Mint to celebrate the country's diverse wildlife. The coin features a unique design that showcases the African Wild Dog, also known as the painted hunting dog, which is one of the most colorful and endangered species in Africa. The coin's design is so detailed that it even features the individual dogs' unique color patterns, making it a truly unique and collectible piece.

Price

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

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