5 Cents (Leopard - African Legend) 2004 front 5 Cents (Leopard - African Legend) 2004 back
5 Cents (Leopard - African Legend) 2004 photo
© Sylver

5 Cents Leopard - African Legend

2004 year
Silver (.925) 8.46 g 26.7 mm
Description
Issuer
South Africa
Period
Republic (1961-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2004
Value
5 Cents 0.05 ZAR = USD 0.0029
Currency
Rand (1961-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
8.46 g
Diameter
26.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#165996
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Leopard drinking within circular design, two leopards below drinking.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5c
CM

Engraver: Cecil Moses

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issued as a single coin, or in two Limited Edition Set with the 4 coins of the same year: 5 cents (1/4 Ounce), 10 cents (1/2 Ounce), 20 cents (1 Ounce) and 50 Cents (2 Ounces). In this year an additional set was issued with a 1/4 Ounce Medal in silver. (Total combined below)
 

  • Prestige Set in a Wooden Box - 645 Sets
     
  • Velvet lined case - 454 Sets
     
  • Spesial Set with 1/4 Ounce Medal - 299 Sets
     


There were also three other sets issued (Total combined below):
 

  • 3 Coin Set - 2000, 2001 and 2002 - 81 Sets
     
  • 4 Coin Set - 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2003 - 59 Sets
     
  • 5 Coin Set - 2002, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 - 132 Sets
     

This is the 5 Coin set, 2000-2004, issued as a combination set showing all 5 coins, making up the Big 5

Interesting fact

The Leopard - African Legend 5 Cents coin from South Africa features a unique design that showcases the leopard's position as a symbol of power and strength in African culture. The leopard is depicted in a regal pose, with its head held high and its body poised for action. The coin's design also includes intricate details, such as the leopard's spots and the texture of its fur, which add to its overall aesthetic appeal.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2004  35 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cents (Leopard - African Legend) 2004 coin.