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50 Cents Lion - Predator of Africa
2000 year| Silver (.925) | 76.4 g | 50.0 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2000 |
| Value | 50 Cents 0.50 ZAR = USD 0.029 |
| Currency | Rand (1961-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 76.4 g |
| Diameter | 50.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#175523 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Lion roaring, denomination right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50c
AM
Engraver: Aldrid Minnie
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Ssued 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 - 236 Sets
- Velvet lined case - 1,140 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 Lion - Predator of Africa 50 Cents coin from South Africa features a unique design that showcases the majesty of the lion, known as the "king of the jungle." The obverse side of the coin features a close-up portrait of a lion's face, while the reverse side depicts a lion in its natural habitat, stalking its prey. The coin's design is so detailed and realistic that it's almost as if the lion could leap off the coin at any moment!
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 434 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents (Lion - Predator of Africa) 2000 coin.
