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50 Cents Buffalo - Power of Africa
2001 year| Silver (.925) | 76.40 g | 50 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2001 |
| Value | 50 Cents 0.50 ZAR = USD 0.029 |
| Currency | Rand (1961-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 76.40 g |
| Diameter | 50 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#166003 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Three quarter frontal view of buffalo, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50c
AM
Engraver: Aldrid Minnie
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). (Total combined below)
- Prestige Set in a Wooden Box - 411 Sets
- Velvet lined case - 746 Sets
There were also three other sets issued (Total combined below):
- 3 Coin Set - 2000, 2001 and 2002 - 92 Sets
- 4 Coin Set - 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2003 - 62 Sets
- 5 Coin Set - 2002, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 - 158 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
One interesting fact about the Buffalo - Power of Africa 50 Cents coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the power and strength of the African buffalo, with its majestic horns and muscular body. The coin's design is meant to symbolize the resilience and determination of the African people, and the buffalo is seen as a symbol of strength and courage in many African cultures.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 397 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents (Buffalo - Power of Africa) 2001 coin.
