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5 Cents Nicolaas J. Diederichs
1979 year| Nickel | 2.5 g | 17.35 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 5 Cents 0.05 ZAR = USD 0.0029 |
| Currency | Rand (1961-date) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 17.35 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#8433 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
Blue Crane
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5C
T.S.
Engraver: Tommy Sasseen
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Cents coin featuring Nicolaas J. Diederichs, issued in 1979, was the first commemorative coin to be released in South Africa. It was minted to honor Diederichs, who served as the last Governor-General of South Africa from 1975 until 1980. The coin's design features a portrait of Diederichs on the obverse, while the reverse features a depiction of the South African coat of arms.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 17000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cents (Nicolaas J. Diederichs) 1979 coin.
