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50 Cents Aforika Borwa
2002 year| Bronze plated steel | 5.0 g | 22.0 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 2002 |
| Value | 50 Cents 0.50 ZAR = USD 0.029 |
| Currency | Rand (1961-date) |
| Composition | Bronze plated steel |
| Weight | 5.0 g |
| Diameter | 22.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#9970 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 35% |
Reverse
Strelitzia plant and value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50c
LL
Engraver: Linda Lotriet
Edge
Reeded
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 50 cent coin from South Africa, also known as the Aforika Borwa, 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 San woman, known as a "Basotho," who is wearing a traditional headdress and carrying a vessel. This design was created by the South African artist, Themba Mbuyisa, and it is meant to represent the indigenous people of South Africa and their connection to the land. The reverse side of the coin features the coat of arms of South Africa, along with the year of minting and the denomination. Overall, this coin is a beautiful representation of South Africa's diverse cultural heritage and history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 3250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents (Aforika Borwa) 2002 coin.
