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African Coins
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415 Questions
What is the value of a 1929 South African penny?
It may be worth about .20 with heavy wear to around $5 with moderate wear to maybe $15 with light wear. You may find similar pieces on Ebay.com for comparison. You might also try a library for a copy of the Standard Catalog of World Coins for pictures, values and lots more interesting info.
What bird is on a south African 1 cent coin?
There are many anaimals on the reverse of the 2011 WORLD WILDLIFE FUND wwf Commerative 50 pence, most too small to identify.
There is a chimpanzee on the reverse of the 2009 Darwin Two Pound coin.
All Sovereign coinage and a few others from time to time have featured St George on a horse, slaying a dragon.
Lions have regularly featured on British coins either as part of a coat of arms or shield, or quite often, standing or sitting on a crown or even wearing a crown.
A unicorn (representing Scotland) along with a lion has appeared on a few coins, as par tof the Royal Arms.
A wren appeared on the Farthing from 1937 to 1956.
The 1972 Crown features QE II mounted on a horse and what is described as an eagle on the reverse.
A dove features on the reverse of the 1995 Two Pound coin.
A dragon features on the reverse of the 1995 One Pound coin.
What is a 1950 georgivs sextvs rex south- Africa coin worth?
It depends on the date and condition of the coin. Pennies with King George the Fifth were produced in South Africa between 1923 and 1936. Broadly, the most valuable are those produced from 1926 through 1928 - these can be worth up to US$100 in Uncirculated condition (although probably only about US$10 in nice circulated condition - what collectors call "Very Fine"). Later coins are probably worth more like US$20 to US$40 in Uncirculated condition and a dollar or two in Very Fine. Note that a handful of Proof pennies were produced from 1930 onwards(10 to 60) - these are worth US$300 to US$800 each (many more 1923 Proofs were produced, leaving them valued at about US$50 each).
What is an south African farthing coin worth dated 1942?
You are asking about a 3 Pence coin (KM#26) from South Africa dated 1942. The coin is 16.5mm in diameter, weighs 1.41 grams and is 80% silver, giving it an ASW (Actual Silver Weight) of 0.0363 troy ounces. The obverse (front) of the coin has an image of King George VI of Great Britain and the words "GEORGIVS VI REX IMPERATOR" (Latin for "George the Sixth, King and Emperor"). The reverse (back) of the coin has a protea flower in the center of three bars shaped as an inverted triangle, with the words "SOUTH AFRICA", the date, and "SUID-AFRIKA" (Afrikaans for "South Africa") above the flower and the denomination, "3D" ("D" being the abbreviation for pence) below it. 8,055,999 of these coins were produced in 1942.
With silver currently (as of April 6, 2010) at $18.10 per troy ounce, the "melt value" of this coin is about 66 US cents. Numismatically (according to the Standard Catalog of World Coins), an example is probably worth about US$1 in Very Fine condition, US$3 in Extremely Fine condition, and US$9 in Uncirculated condition.
What is the value of a 1976 1 oz South African Kruggerand?
You are asking about a 1 Krugerrand coin from South Africa (KM#73). The coin weighs 33.9300 grams and is 91.70% gold, giving it an AGW (Actual Gold Weight) of 1 troy ounce (actually 1.0003 troy ounces). The obverse (front) has a portrait of Paul Kruger facing left with the words "SOUTH AFRICA" to the right and "SUID-AFRIKA" (Afrikaans for "South Africa") to the right. The reverse (back) has an image of a springbok (a South African antelope) with "KRUGERRAND" above, "19" to the left, "80" to the right, and "FYNGOUD 1 OZ FINE GOLD" below. 3,004,945 such coins were produced in 1980, as well as another 6,600 in Proof (nicer surface, 220 serrations on the edge, as versus 180 serrations for regular krugerrands).
As of May 1, 2013, gold is valued at US$1,457.00 per troy ounce.
According to the Standard Catalog of World Coins, such a coin would be worth the gold value plus 5% in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, and gold value (plus, perhaps, a small premium) otherwise. In Proof condition, the premum over gold value would probably be 10-15%.
What is a 1920 british west Africa penny worth?
You are asking about a 1/2 Penny coin (KM#15) from British West Africa. It is 25.2mm in diameter, with a roughly 6mm center hole, and is composed of Copper-Nickel. The front has the words "HALF PENNY" around the center hole (in English above and in Arabic below), with a crown above it. To the left of the crown is "EDWARVS VIII" and to the right "REX ET IND: IMP:" (abbreviated Latin for "Edward the Eighth" and "King and Emperor of India"). The back has a large hexagram (6-pointed star)around the center hole, with "BRITISH WEST AFRICA" above and "1936" below. The edge of the coin is plain. The mintmark, if there is one, would be on the front just below the center hole.
The coin was produced at three different mints: 14,760,000 at the Royal Mint in London (no mintmark), 2,400,000 at the Heaton mint in Birmingham, England ("H" mintmark), and 2,298,000 at the King's Norton mint, also in Birmingham ("KN" mintmark). A small number of Proof coins were also produced at each mint.
According to the Standard Catalog of World Coins, an example with no mintmark is valued at US$0.25 in Fine condition, US$0.50 in Very Fine condition, US$1.00 in Extremely Fine condition, US$2.50 in Uncirculated condition, and US$4.50 in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. An example in Proof is valued at US$200.00.
An example with an "H" mintmark is valued at US$1.00 in Fine condition, US$2.00 in Very Fine condition, US$5.00 in Extremely Fine condition, US$12.50 in Uncirculated condition, and US$20.00 in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. An example in Proof is valued at US$200.00.
An example with a "KN" mintmark is valued at US$0.65 in Fine condition, US$1.25 in Very Fine condition, US$2.25 in Extremely Fine condition, US$4.00 in Uncirculated condition, and US$7.00 in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. An example in Proof is valued at US$200.00.
What is the value of a set of Rhodesian coins 1964?
Apparently in 1966 the "rebel" Rhodesian Government decided to issue a set of gold coins to commemorate the first anniversary of the UDI.
There were apparently 2000 of the sets issued. (which is not a lot really). The gold content is 1.529 ounces. So at current gold price the coins will be worth approximately $2905 / €2017. There will obviously be a bit of a premium to add to a collector. There is generally a 10% premium on coins so €2200 roughly at todays spot price of $1900. This will obviously rise and fall as the gold spot price does.
What do you know about an ornate empire cherifien coin worth 50 centimes?
It's a Moroccan nickel per http://www.coinsite.com/content/cdanswers/cdarchive35.asp
What is the value of a double dated coin?
It's not clear what you mean by "double dated"
If you have a quarter, half, or dollar with the double date 1776-1976 it is a Bicentennial celebration coin. These were minted in huge quantities so unless it is a proof coin it its original package, it's only worth face value.
If you have a "coin" with the same face on both sides and 2 different dates, it's a novelty item with no value to collectors.
If you have something other than these 2 possibilities, please post a new question with more details.
What is the value of a 1941 South African shilling?
You are asking about a Shilling coin from South Africa (KM#28). The coin weighs 5.66 grams and is 80.0% silver, giving it an ASW (Actual Silver Weight) of 0.1456 troy ounces. With silver at US$17.32 per troy ounce (as of March 8, 2010), the "melt value" of this coin is about US$2.52.
The obverse of the coin has a portrait of King George the Sixth and the words "GEORGIVS VI REX IMPERATOR" (Latin for "George the Sixth, King and Emperor"). The reverse has an image of a standing female figure leaning on an anchor, with the words "SOUTH AFRICA", the date, and "ZUID AFRIKA" (Afrikaans for "South Africa") above and the denomination ("SHILLING") below.
1,826,000 of these coins were produced in 1941. According to the 2010 Standard Catalog of World Coins, an example is worth about US$2.50 in Very Fine condition, US$7.50 in Extremely Fine condition, and US$17.50 in Uncirculated condition.
What is the value of an East Africa 1 shilling coin for the year 1949?
You are asking about a Shilling coin from East Africa (KM#31). The coin is 27.8mm in diameter, weighs 7.81 grams and is composed of copper-nickel. The front bears a portrait of King George VI and the words "GEORGIVS SEXTUS REX" (Latin for "George the Sixth, King"). The back bears an image of a lion in front of a mountain, with "EAST AFRICA" above the image and "1", "SHILLING, and "1950" below it. An aggregate of 78,818,000 were produced at three different mints.
According to the Standard Catalog of World Coins, 56,362,000 such coins were produced by the British Royal Mint in London, England, and bear no mintmark. An example is valued at US$0.35 in Fine condition, US$0.60 in Very Fine condition, US$1.50 in Extremely Fine condition, US$5.00 in Uncirculated condition, and US$12.00 in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. Some examples were also produced in Proof - these are valued at about US$250.00 each.
12,416,000 such coins were produced by the Heaton Mint in Birmingham, England, and bear an "H" mintmark. An example is valued at US$0.50 in Fine condition, US$0.90 in Very Fine condition, US$3.25 in Extremely Fine condition, US$6.00 in Uncirculated condition, and US$12.00 in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.
10,040,000 such coins were produced by the King's Norton Mint in Birmingham, England, and bear a "KN" mintmark. An example is valued at US$0.40 in Fine condition, US$0.70 in Very Fine condition, US$2.00 in Extremely Fine condition, US$5.00 in Uncirculated condition, and US$12.00 in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.
Where do you sell your bronze coins?
Bronze jewelry can be purchased online at sites such as Amazon, Etsy and Overstock. It can also be found in stores such as JCPenney, Macy's and Kay Jewelers.
Georgivs sextvs rex 1952 1d how much is it worth?
You are asking about a Penny from South Africa (KM#34.2), The coin is made of bronze and measures 30.8mm in diameter. The front bears an image of King George VI and the words "GEORGIVS SEXTUS REX" (Latin for "George the Sixth, King"). The back bears an image of the a ship (the Dromedaris) on the ocean under full sail, with the date "1952" above, "SOUTH AFRICA" to the right, "SUID-AFRIKA" (Afrikaans for "South Africa") to the left, and "1 D" (abbreviated latin for "One Penny") below. 12,674,000 of these coins were produced for circulation in 1952, with another 16,000 minted in Proof for collectors.
According to the Standard Catalog of World Coins, an example is worth US$0.25 in Fine condition, US$0.50 in Very Fine condition, US$1.00 in Extremely Fine condition, US$2.50 in Uncirculated condition, and US$4.00 in Proof.
What is the value of a british west Africa 1933 one penny?
You are asking about a Penny coin (KM#9) from British West Africa. The coin is made of Copper-Nickel, weighs 9.65 grams and measures 30.5mm in diameter, with a hole approximately 6mm in diameter in the center. The obverse (front) of the coin has a crown, with the words "GEORGIVS V" to the left and "REX-ET-IND:IMP:" to the right (abbreviated Latin for "George the Fifth, King and Emperor of India") and "ONE PENNY" between the crown and the hole. Below the hole is the denomination in Arabic. The reverse (back) of the coin has a large 6-pointed star surrounding the hole, with the words "BRITISH WEST AFRICA" above "1919" below it.
21,864,000 of these coins were produced in 1919 at the Heaton Mint in Birmingham, England, and have a small "H" mintmark. According to the Standard Catalog of World Coins, an example is worth US$1.25 in Fine condition, US$2.50 in Very Fine condition, US$7.00 in Extremely Fine condition, US$15.00 in Uncirculated condition, and US$25.00 in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.
Another 264,000 of these coins were produced at the King's Norton Mint in Birmingham, England, and have a small "KN" mintmark. An example is worth US$7.50 in Fine condition, US$25.00 in Very Fine condition, US$35.00 in Extremely Fine condition, US$50.00 in Uncirculated condition, and US$90.00 in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.
What are south African 5 rand coins made of?
From 1961 through 1964 - silver (2.83 grams at 50% pure - 0.0455 troy ounces ASW [Actual Silver Weight])
From 1965 through 1982 - nickel (2.5 grams)
From 1990 onward - copper-plated steel (4.5 grams)
What is the value of a south African half crown from 1929?
You are asking about a Half Crown (2 1/2 Shilling) coin from South Africa (KM#19.2). The coin weighs 14.14 grams and is 80.0% silver, giving it an ASW (Actual Silver Weight) of 0.3637 troy ounces. With silver at US$16.49 per troy ounce (as of March 1, 2010), the "melt value" of this coin is about US$6.00.
The obverse of the coin has a portrait of King George the Fifth and the words "GEORGIVS V REX IMPERATOR" (Latin for "George the Fifth, King and Emperor"). The reverse has a coat of arms with the date split (that is "19" to the left and "29" to the right), with the words "SOUTH AFRICA" and "ZUID AFRIKA" (Afrikaans for "South Africa") above and the denomination ("2 1/2 SHILLINGS") below.
617,000 of these coins were produced in 1929. According to the 2010 Standard Catalog of World Coins, an example is worth about US$6.50 in Fine condition, US$25.00 in Very Fine condition, US$175.00 in Extremely Fine condition, and US$350.00 in Uncirculated condition.
Is a 1887 Indian 1 rupee coin with a picture of british queen on it worth money?
You are asking about a 1 Rupee coin (KM#492) issued in India by the British. The coin weighs 11.66 grams and is 91.7% silver, giving it and ASW ("Actual Silver Weight) of 0.3438 troy ounces. The front bears a crowned portrait of Queen Victoria, with "VICTORIA" to the left and "EMPRESS" to the right.. The back has a heavy wreath of flowers, within which is "ONE RUPEE", a short line, "INDIA" and "1887". About 88.6 million such coins were produced.
With silver at US33.80 per troy ounce (as of February 28, 2011), the "melt" value of the coin is US$11.62.
There were several variaties produced in 1887, but according the Standard Catalog of World Coins, all are worth (numismatically) about US$6 in Fine condition, US$8 in Very Fine condition, US$12 in Extremely Fine condition, and US$25 in Uncirculated condition.
Is a 1896 2 cent Liberia coin rare?
You asked about a 1960 25 coin from Liberia. 900,000 were produced in 1960. The coin is not especially valuable (US$2.75 in Extremely Fine condition and $5-$7 in Uncirculated condition), but is made of 90% silver, with and ASW (Actual Silver Weight) of 0.1499 troy ounces giving it a "melt value" of about $2.25 as of mid-February 2010.
How much is a Rex 2 shilling 1950 coin worth?
My guess is that you have a 1950 Two Shilling coin from South Africa. The front of the coin has the words "GEORGIVS SEXTUS REX" (Latin for "George the Sixth, King") with a portrait, and the back reads "SOUTH AFRICA - SUID AFRIKA - 2 SHILLINGS" and has the date and a shield. It measures 28.3mm in diameter and weighs 11.31 grams. It is 80% silver, giving it an ASW (Actual Silver Weight) of 0.2909 troy ounces and a melt value (as of January 13, 2010) of US$5.40. According to the Standard Catalog of World Coins, 4,945 of such coins were produced in 1950, and an example is worth US$20 in Fine condition, US$40 in Very Fine condition, US$80 in Extremely Fine condition, and US$140 in Uncirculated condition.
Alternatively, you have a 1950 Two Shilling coin from Great Britain. The front of the coin has the words "GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX" (abbreviated Latin for "George the Sixth, By the grace of God, King of All Britain") with a portrait, and the back reads "FID:DEF" (abbreviated Latin for "Defender of the Faith") and "TWO SHILLINGS 1950" and has crowned Tudor rose, with a thistle and "G" on the left and a shamrock and "R" on the right. It measures 28.3mm in diameter and is made of copper-nickel. According to the Standard Catalog of World Coins, 24,357,000 of such coins were produced in 1950 (plus another 18,000 in Proof), and an example is worth US$0.20 in Fine condition, US$0.35 in Very Fine condition, US$1.00 in Extremely Fine condition, US$20.00 in Uncirculated condition, and US$25.00 in Proof.
What is a 1943 3d georgivs vi rex imperator worth?
"GEORGIVS VI REX IMPERATOR" is Latin for "George the Sixth, King and Emperor". The coin is South African, but I would need to know the denomination and the condition to give an estimated value.IT'S IN EXCELLENT COND.,YEAR 1942,AND ON THE BACK OF THE COIN I SEE (1 D WITH A PERIOD UNDER THE D)
