50 Cents (uMzantsi Afrika) 2005 front 50 Cents (uMzantsi Afrika) 2005 back
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50 Cents uMzantsi Afrika

2005 year
Bronze plated steel 5.0 g 22.0 mm
Description
Issuer
South Africa
Period
Republic (1961-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
2005
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
References
Numista
N#2905
Rarity index
11%

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, also known as the "uMzantsi Afrika" coin, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's reverse side features a stylized image of a traditional African hut, surrounded by a pattern of geometric shapes that are inspired by traditional African textiles. This design was created by South African artist and designer, Themba Mbuyisa, and it symbolizes the country's diverse cultural traditions and its commitment to preserving its heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2005  1944 - - - - - -

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