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South Africa Banknotes Catalog

The history of banknotes in South Africa is a fascinating journey through the country's economic and political evolution. From its first banknotes issued by private banks in the 19th century to the modern series of banknotes honoring Nelson Mandela, South Africa's notafilia reflects the changes and challenges the nation has faced.

Current banknotes in circulation

Current South African banknotes belong to the "Mandela" series, introduced in 2012. This series includes denominations of 10, 20, 50, 50, 100 and 200 rand, all with the face of iconic leader Nelson Mandela on the obverse. On the reverse, each banknote features one of South Africa' s "Big Five" animals: the lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino. These banknotes not only pay tribute to Mandela's legacy, but also highlight the country's rich biodiversity.

Historic banknotes and milestones in South African notability.

Prior to the current series, South Africa used several series of banknotes reflecting its complex history. The 1961 series marked the transition from the Union of South Africa to the Republic of South Africa, featuring motifs related to the country's economy and industry. A significant milestone was the introduction of the rand in 1961, replacing the South African pound. During apartheid, banknotes mainly depicted figures and scenes related to Afrikaner culture. With the end of apartheid in 1994, a new series celebrating the country's diversity was introduced, including the "Big Five" and various South African landscapes, laying the foundation for the current Mandela series.

Country South Africa
Flag
Coin Rand (ZAR)
1€ R19.82
Continent Africa
Capital city Pretoria
ISO2 ZA
ISO3 ZAF
Catalogued banknotes 186

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Valuable and popular banknotes

The most valuable South Africa banknotes sought after by collectors are the following:

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Sudáfrica | 10 Shillings

P#74 FO#9399
Year / Series 1921-1922

Sudáfrica | 1 Pound

P#75 FO#9404
Year / Series 1921-1922

Sudáfrica | 5 Pounds

P#76 FO#9409
Year / Series 1921-1922

Sudáfrica | 10 Shillings

P#79 FO#9400
Year / Series 1926

Sudáfrica | 1 Pound

P#80 FO#9405
Year / Series 1925-1928

Sudáfrica | 5 Pounds

P#81 FO#9410
Year / Series 1926

Sudáfrica | 10 Shillings

P#82 FO#9401
Year / Series 1928-1947

Sudáfrica | 1 Pound

P#83 FO#9406
Year / Series 1928-1947

Sudáfrica | 5 Pounds

P#85 FO#9411
Year / Series 1928

Sudáfrica | 5 Pounds

P#86 FO#9412
Year / Series 1929-1947

Sudáfrica | 10 Pounds

P#87 FO#9417
Year / Series 1943

Sudáfrica | 20 Pounds

P#88 FO#9420
Year / Series 1928-1933

Sudáfrica | 10 Shillings

P#90 FO#9402
Year / Series 1948-1959

Sudáfrica | 10 Shillings

P#91 FO#9403
Year / Series 1948-1959

Sudáfrica | 1 Pound

P#92 FO#9407
Year / Series 1948-1959

Sudáfrica | 1 Pound

P#93 FO#9408
Year / Series 1948-1959

Sudáfrica | 5 Pounds

P#94 FO#9413
Year / Series 1948-1949

Sudáfrica | 5 Pounds

P#95 FO#9414
Year / Series 1948-1949

Sudáfrica | 5 Pounds

P#96 FO#9415
Year / Series 1950-1959

Sudáfrica | 5 Pounds

P#97 FO#9416
Year / Series 1950-1959

Sudáfrica | 10 Pounds

P#98 FO#9418
Year / Series 1952-1958

Sudáfrica | 10 Pounds

P#99 FO#9419
Year / Series 1952-1958

Sudáfrica | 100 Pounds

P#100 FO#9421
Year / Series 1952

Sudáfrica | 100 Pounds

P#101 FO#9422
Year / Series 1952

Sudáfrica | 1 Rand

P#102 FO#9423
Year / Series