© Carl Russouw
© Carl Russouw
50 Cents Elephant - Strength of Africa
2002 year| Silver (.925) | 76.25 g | 50.0 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2002 |
| Value | 50 Cents 0.50 ZAR = USD 0.029 |
| Currency | Rand (1961-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 76.25 g |
| Diameter | 50.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#139829 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Elephant right with head raised and trunk stretched out
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50C
PB
Translation: Fifty Cents
Engraver: Paul Botes
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 - 500 Sets
- Velvet lined case - 996 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
The Elephant - Strength of Africa coin was part of a series of coins issued by the South African Mint to celebrate the country's wildlife and natural heritage. The coin features an image of an elephant, which is one of the "Big Five" game animals that are native to South Africa. The coin's design is meant to symbolize the strength and resilience of the African continent, and the elephant is seen as a symbol of power, wisdom, and longevity in many African cultures.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 510 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents (Elephant - Strength of Africa) 2002 coin.
