© Werner Bouwer
© Werner Bouwer
50 Cents South Africa
2011 year| Bronze plated steel | 5.0 g | 22.0 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 2011 |
| 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#43959 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 24% |
Reverse
Bird-of-paradise flower commonly known in South Africa as the "crane" flower. That flower is native to South Africa.
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, issued in 2011, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. On one side of the coin, there's an image of a traditional San woman, symbolizing the indigenous people of South Africa. The other side features a stunning representation of the famous Mapungubwe Hill, which is an ancient archaeological site that dates back to the 13th century. This site is considered a sacred place for many South Africans, and it's a powerful symbol of the country's rich cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents (South Africa) 2011 coin.
