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South Africa Coin List

The official currency of South Africa is the rand, introduced in 1961 following the declaration of the Republic. The South African monetary system has evolved significantly throughout its history, reflecting the country's political and economic changes. South African numismatics offers a fascinating insight into the nation's rich cultural heritage and historical events.

South African monetary history

Prior to the introduction of the rand, South Africa used the South African pound, which was in circulation from 1910 to 1961. During the colonial period, various currencies were used, including the Dutch royal and the British pound. The transition to the rand marked an important milestone in the country's monetary history, coinciding with its exit from the Commonwealth and the adoption of a decimal system.

Numismatic milestones

One of the highlights of South African numismatics is the Krugerrand coin series, introduced in 1967. These gold coins became a global standard for investment in precious metals. Another significant milestone was the introduction of new coin series in 1989 and 2002, which reflected the country's political transition to democracy, featuring designs that celebrate South Africa's cultural diversity and indigenous wildlife.

Country South Africa
Flag
Coin Rand (ZAR)
1€ R19.82
Continent Africa
Capital city Pretoria
ISO2 ZA
ISO3 ZAF
Catalogued coins 787

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The most valuable and popular coins

The most valuable South Africa coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:

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The valuation of these coins list has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.

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Sudáfrica | 1 pound (Zuid Afrikaansche Republiek)

Sudáfrica | 1 penny (Zuid Afrikaansche Republiek)

KM#2 FO#14021
Price $18.31
Year 1892-1898

Sudáfrica | 3 pence (Z.A.R.)

KM#3 FO#14022
Year 1892-1897

Sudáfrica | 6 pence (Z.A.R.)

KM#4 FO#14023
Price $14.67
Year 1892-1897

Sudáfrica | 1 shilling (Z.A.R.)

KM#5 FO#14024
Year 1892-1895

Sudáfrica | 2 shillings (Z.A.R.)

Sudáfrica | 2 1/2 shillings (Z.A.R.)

Sudáfrica | 5 shillings (Z.A.R.)

Sudáfrica | 1/2 pound (Z.A.R.)

KM#9.1 FO#14027
Year 1892

Sudáfrica | 1/2 pound (Z.A.R.)

KM#9.2 FO#14028
Year 1894

Sudáfrica | 1 pound (Z.A.R.)

KM#10.1 FO#14029
Year 1892

Sudáfrica | 1 pound (Z.A.R.)

KM#10.2 FO#15970
Year 1892-1896

Sudáfrica | 1 pound (Z.A.R.)

KM#11 FO#14030
Year 1902

Sudáfrica | 1/4 penny (George V)

KM#12.1 FO#12085
Year 1923-1926

Sudáfrica | 1/4 penny (George V)

KM#12.2 FO#12086
Year 1928-1931

Sudáfrica | 1/4 penny (George V)

KM#12.3 FO#10147
Year 1931-1935

Sudáfrica | 1/2 penny (George V)

KM#13.1 FO#10148
Year 1923-1926

Sudáfrica | 1/2 penny (George V)

KM#13.2 FO#10149
Year 1928-1931

Sudáfrica | 1/2 penny (George V)

KM#13.3 FO#10150
Year 1932-1936

Sudáfrica | 1 penny (George V)

KM#14.1 FO#21160
Year 1923-1924

Sudáfrica | 1 penny (George V)

KM#14.2 FO#9985
Year 1926-1929

Sudáfrica | 1 penny (George V)

KM#14.3 FO#18734
Price $2.83-$4.25
Year 1931-1936

Sudáfrica | 3 pence (George V)

KM#15A FO#10152
Year 1923-1924

Sudáfrica | 3 pence (George V)

KM#15.1 FO#10151
Year 1925-1930

Sudáfrica | 3 pence (George V)

KM#15.2 FO#10153
Year 1932-1936

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