Country | Zuid-Afrikaansche Republiek(ZAR), South Africa  | |
Year | 1892 only | |
Value | Five Shillings, 5 Shillings, Crown | |
Metal | Silver 0.925, Copper 0.075(Silver content - 26.155gm) | |
Weight | 28.2759gm | |
Diameter | 38.80mm | |
Thickness | 3.30mm | |
Obverse Design | Otto Schultz (unsigned) | |
Reverse Design | Otto Schultz (unsigned) | |
Shape | Round | |
Demonetized | Yes | |
Obverse | Portrait of President Paul Kruger Lettering: ZUID AFRIKAANSCHE REPUBLIEK | |
Reverse | Double Shaft(DS) Lettering: 5 SHILLINGS * 1892* EENDRAGT MAAKT MAGT | |
Edge | Reeded | |
Mintage | ||
Mintage | Proof Mintage | |
1892 DS | 4,327 | 25 |
1892 SS | 14,000 | Non |
Monday, 5 September 2011
ZAR Five Shillings, 5 Shillings, Crown
1892 Penny ZAR info
Zuid Afrikaansche Republiek(ZAR), South Africa   | ||
Year | 1898 (1892-1898) | |
Value | 1 Penny, One Penny | |
Metal | Bronze | |
Weight | 9.45gm | |
Diameter | 30.80mm | |
Thickness | 1.98mm | |
Obverse Design | Otto Schultz(Unsigned) | |
Reverse Design | Otto Schultz(Unsigned) | |
Shape | Round | |
Demonetized | Yes | |
Obverse | Lettering: ZUID AFRIK. REPUBLIEK | |
Reverse | Lettering: 1 PENNY * 1898 * | |
Edge | Smooth | |
Mintage | ||
Mintage | Proof Mintage | |
1892 | 27,862 | 20 |
1893 | 54,781 | / |
1894 | 10,769 | / |
1898 | 262,830 | / |
1931 Tickey and other info of Threepence, 3 Pence, 3D, Tickey
Country | South Africa | |
Year | 1931(1923-1936) | |
Value | Threepence, 3 Pence, 3D, Tickey | |
Metal | Silver 0.800, Copper 0.200 Silver content 1.13gm | |
Weight | 1.41379gm | |
Diameter | 16.30mm | |
Thickness | 0.99mm | |
Engraver | Bertram Mackennel(BM) Kruger Gray(KG) | |
Shape | Round | |
Demonetized | Yes | |
Obverse | Portrait of Georgivs V Rex Imperator Lettering: GEORGIVS V REX IMPERATOR | |
Reverse | 1931-1936 King Protea Lettering: 1931-1936 SUID-AFRICA -1931- SUID-AFRIKA * 3D * | |
Edge | Smooth | |
Mintage | Proof Mintage | |
1923 | 303,292 | 1,402 |
1924 | 501,456 | None |
1925 | 357,584 | None |
1925 | / | 1 |
1926 | 1,572,059 | 16 |
1927 | 2,284,964 | None |
1928 | 919,390 | None |
1929 | 1,947,895 | None |
1930 | 980,718 | 14 |
1931 | 128 | 62 |
1932 | 2,621,962 | 12 |
1933 | 5,135,244 | 20 |
1934 | 2,356,564 | 24 |
1935 | 1,655,382 | 20 |
1936 | 1,094,857 | 40 |
Friday, 19 August 2011
1965 Coin Set Introduction
A Decimal Coin System for South Africa (1961 - 1964)
1961 heralded great changes. The Republic of South Africa was proclaimed and the country ceased to be a member of the British Commonwealth. South Africa released a decimal coin system in 1961. The coins were converted to decimal equivalent. The half-pound became the new monetary unit, the Rand, and the one-shilling became 10c. A new one-cent and half cent were introduced to replace the penny and half penny. All coins were still the same size as the British coins.
From 1960 to 1962, a parliamentary committee investigated the possibility of a new coin series. The British size coins were considered too large and a new coin series was introduced in 1965. These coins were not only smaller but also contained no silver. The silver coins were replaced with pure nickel. This series ranged from 1c to 50c and was considered "a very modern series that would satisfy the demand for a long time"!
A new factor emerged in the mid seventies. High inflation forced South Africa to introduce a R1 coin. To fit the R1 into the series proved difficult. As it was to remain a white coin it would either become very large or the alloy had to be changed. A silver Rand piece was retained but a smaller nickel R1 was added to the series in 1977.
An increased demand for circulation coins forced the Government to upgrade the historical site at 103 Visagie Street in Pretoria. A new building was erected on the same site and was opened on 22nd November 1978.
A new factor emerged in the mid seventies. High inflation forced South Africa to introduce a R1 coin. To fit the R1 into the series proved difficult. As it was to remain a white coin it would either become very large or the alloy had to be changed. A silver Rand piece was retained but a smaller nickel R1 was added to the series in 1977.
An increased demand for circulation coins forced the Government to upgrade the historical site at 103 Visagie Street in Pretoria. A new building was erected on the same site and was opened on 22nd November 1978.
Thursday, 18 August 2011
1902 Veld Pond
Year: 1902
Coin: Veld Pond
Diameter: 22,8mm
Mass: Approximately 8 grammes
Edge: Milled
Designer: P.J. Kloppers
Metal Content: Virtually 24 carat gold
Mintage Figure: 986
Obverse
Design:
ZAR in decorative script
Inscription:
ZAR 1902
Remarks:
This is South Africa's most unusual coin. The 'Veld Pond', as it is known, was struck at a gold mine workshop in Pilgrims Rest from hand made dies using a heavy fly press. There have been many known forgeries. These coins are also known as Siege pieces, or Money of Necessity.
Reverse
Design:
Een Pond, in decorative lettering
Inscription:
EEN POND
Remarks:
N/A
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A Brief History
During the Anglo-Boer war there was a shortage of coins for provisions for the Boer troops. Consequently, a Mint was established in the field/veld at Pilgrims Rest. A 29 year old former school teacher, Mr PJ Kloppers, was appointed as the Head of the Mint. A hand press was improvised and discs of 24 carat gold were manufactured. Remarkably, these coins were struck with only one pair of dies and a lathe turned by two men. These coins are classified as ‘Siege Pieces’ or ‘Money of Necessity’. Forgeries were made as early as 1903 as it was a lucrative business after the Anglo-Boer war when high prices (£8 - £10) were paid by the public for them.1898 Sammy Marks Tickey
Sammy Marks Tickey
Website: http://www.southcapecoins.co.za
Year: 1898
Coin: Sammy Marks Tickey
Diameter: 16,3mm
Mass: 2,611 grammes
Edge: Plain
Designer: Otto Schultz
Metal Content: Gold 916,67 / Copper 83,33
Mintage Figure: 215
Obverse
Design:
President Kruger
Inscription:
None
Remarks:
This is the Sammy Marks gold tickey. It is not legal tender, but because it was struck from official dies it is regarded as part of the Z.A.R. series. No 1898 silver tickeys were struck.
Reverse
Design:
Laurel wreath around the date and the figure 3
Inscription:
Z.A.R. 18398
Remarks:
N/A
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A Brief History
In 1898 President Kruger allowed Samuel Marks, a mining magnate, the run of the mint for the day in appreciation of services rendered to the republic. He minted 215 tickeys in gold from the 1898 3D dies. They are not considered as legal tender but a type and did not circulate. However it is regarded as part of the ZAR series by South African numismatists. A considerable percentage of these were mounted which reduced their value significantly.At the time, the cost of these coins was about 65¢ each. In 1961, coins in UNC state had escalated to R400 each and in 1973 they cost about R2 000-00
1874 Burgers Pond (Coarse Beard)
Year: 1874
Coin: Burgers Pond - Coarse Beard
Diameter: 22mm
Mass: 7,988 grammes
Edge: Milled
Designer: L.C.Wyon
Metal Content: Gold 916,67 /Copper 83,33
Mintage Figure: 142
Obverse
Design:
President Thomas F. Burgers
Inscription:
THOMAS FRANCOIS BURGERS
Remarks:
This coin is distinguishable from the fine beard variety by the figure 8 in the date, which seems to have been double struck.
Reverse
Design:
Z.A.R. Coat of Arms in oval shape, with eagle & flags
Inscription:
ZUID AFRIKAANSCHE REPUBLIEK
Remarks:
N/A
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A Brief History
In 1874 the South African government, under President Thomas Francois Burgers, decided to have coins minted to the same value as the English sovereign. Ralph Heaton & Sons of Birmingham coined 837 Ponde/Pounds using alluvial gold from the Lydenburg district. The first 695 pieces were struck with a single pair of dies, after which the obverse die broke, and the final 142 pieces were struck with a new obverse die, but with the same reverse die. The first person to notice a difference in striking was Mr. A.J. Ellis of Johannesburg in 1944. The two types are the fine beard and the coarse beard. The most important differences between the obverses of these two varieties are that the coarse beard has coarser points to the beard, and that the 8 of the date 1874 appears to have been double struck. This double struck effect is due to a flaw on the die itself.1874 Burgers Pond (Fine Beard)
Burgers Pond (Fine Beard)
Website: http://www.southcapecoins.co.za
Year: 1874
Coin: Burgers Pond ( Fine Beard )
Diameter: 22mm
Mass: 7,988 grammes
Edge: Milled
Designer: L.C.Wyon
Metal Content: Gold 916,67 /Copper 83,33
Mintage Figure: 695
Obverse
Design:
President Thomas F. Burgers
Inscription:
THOMAS FRANCOIS BURGERS
Remarks:
This was the first truly South African coin. They were minted by Ralph Heaton and Sons, Birmingham, England from alluvial gold mined in the Pilgrims Rest area. This coin, known as the 'Fine Beard' Pond, differs from coins struck from the second obverse die. In the latter the points of the beard were coarser.
Reverse
Design:
Z.A.R. Coat of Arms in oval shape, with eagle & flags
Inscription:
ZUID AFRIKAANSCHE REPUBLIEK
Remarks:
N/A
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A Brief History
In 1874 the South African government, under President Thomas Francois Burgers, decided to have coins minted to the same value as the English sovereign. Ralph Heaton & Sons of Birmingham coined 837 Ponde/Pounds using alluvial gold from the Lydenburg district. The first 695 pieces were struck with a single pair of dies, after which the obverse die broke, and the final 142 pieces were struck with a new obverse die, but with the same reverse die. The first person to notice a difference in striking was Mr. A.J. Ellis of Johannesburg in 1944. The two types are the fine beard and the coarse beard. The most important differences between the obverses of these two varieties are that the coarse beard has coarser points to the beard, and that the 8 of the date 1874 appears to have been double struck. This double struck effect is due to a flaw on the die itself.1899 Double 9
Double 99
Website: http://www.southcapecoins.co.za
Year: 1899
Coin: Double 99
Diameter: 22,0mm
Mass: 7,988 grammes
Edge: Milled
Designer: Otto Schultz
Metal Content: Gold 916,92 / Copper 83,08
Mintage Figure: 130
Obverse
Design: President Paul Kruger
Inscription: ZUID AFRIKAANSCHE REPUBLIEK
Remarks:
Since the 1898 dies never arrived in Pretoria, it was decided to overstamp 130 new 1898 coins. The figures were counter-stamped below Kruger's bust.
Reverse
Design: Z.A.R. Coat of Arms in a circle, with eagle and flags
Inscription: 1 POND 1898
Remarks:
N/A
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A Brief History
In 1899 the Kruger Pond/Pound dies were intercepted by the British in Lourenzo Marques. To mark the wartime re-opening of the mint it was decided to overstamp 1898 ponds with a 99 overstamp below Krugers bust. The first coin to be processed was stamped with a single 9. It was then decided to stamp another 130 of the 1898 ponde with a smaller pair of nines. These coins are known as the ’99 overstamps’. The 130 ponde were struck with a smaller punch – the 9 measuring about 1.1mm. These coins are exceptionally rare.1892 Penny
Year: 1892
Coin: Penny
Diameter: 30,8mm
Mass: 9,450 grammes
Edge: Plain
Designer: Otto Schultz
Metal Content: Copper 955 / Tin 30 / Zinc 15
Mintage Figure: 27 862
Obverse
Design:
President Paul Kruger
Inscription:
ZUID AFRIK. REPUBLIEK
Remarks:
This is the first coin of the Paul Kruger Mintage
Reverse
Design:
Z.A.R. Coat of Arms
Inscription:
1 PENNY 1892
Remarks:
Pennies were minted for four years only. Unlike most other denominations which were minted from 1892-1898
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A Brief History
In 1891, with the election coming up and with President Kruger facing strong opposition, he was anxious to bring the Republics new coins into circulation. The new Mint was not yet operating so the President placed an order for coins dated 1892 with the Kaisermunt in Berlin. The first consignment of pounds, half pounds and crowns arrived with two shafts on the wagon and similar size front and rear wheels in the coat of arms. (The traditional Voortrekker wagon had a single shaft and rear wheels larger than the front wheels.) To add insult to injury the designer, Otto Schultz, had followed custom and placed his initials below Kruger’s’ bust - which is Afrikaans for ox. This mistake almost cost Kruger the election. Subsequently, new coins with the appropriate correction were brought into circulation. The ‘offensive’ coins had received so much publicity that many were kept as mementos. This is why they can still be found in mint condition, though very scarce.Among the first issues of all the coins minted in Berlin in 1892 were a number of complimentary proof sets, which are exceedingly rare today.
1892 Tickey
Year: 1892
Coin: Tickey
Diameter: 16,3mm
Mass: 1,414 grammes
Edge: Plain
Designer: Otto Schultz
Metal Content: Silver 925 / Copper 75
Mintage Figure: 24 300
Obverse
Design:
President Paul Kruger
Inscription:
None
Remarks:
There is no wording on the obverse side
Reverse
Design:
Laurel Wreath around the figure 3
Inscription:
Z.A.R. 18"3"92
Remarks:
The Threepence was known as the 'Tickey' in South Africa and was very unfamiliar as that name in England and The Commonwealth.
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A Brief History
In 1891, with the election coming up and with President Kruger facing strong opposition, he was anxious to bring the Republics new coins into circulation. The new Mint was not yet operating so the President placed an order for coins dated 1892 with the Kaisermunt in Berlin. The first consignment of pounds, half pounds and crowns arrived with two shafts on the wagon and similar size front and rear wheels in the coat of arms. (The traditional Voortrekker wagon had a single shaft and rear wheels larger than the front wheels.) To add insult to injury the designer, Otto Schultz, had followed custom and placed his initials below Kruger’s’ bust - which is Afrikaans for ox. This mistake almost cost Kruger the election. Subsequently, new coins with the appropriate correction were brought into circulation. The ‘offensive’ coins had received so much publicity that many were kept as mementos. This is why they can still be found in mint condition, though very scarce.Among the first issues of all the coins minted in Berlin in 1892 were a number of complimentary proof sets, which are exceedingly rare today.
1892 Sixpence
Year: 1892
Coin: Sixpence
Diameter: 19,35mm
Mass: 2,828 grammes
Edge: Milled
Designer: Otto Schultz
Metal Content: Silver 925 / Copper 75
Mintage Figure: 28 300
Obverse
Design:
President Paul Kruger
Inscription:
None
Remarks:
Like the tickey there is no inscription on the obverse side of the coin.
Reverse
Design:
Laurel Wreath around the figure 6
Inscription:
Z.A.R. 18"6"92
Remarks:
The design is similar to the tickey
1892 Shilling
Shilling
Coin: Shilling
Diameter: 23,7mm
Mass: 5,655 grammes
Edge: Milled
Designer: Otto Schultz
Metal Content:
Silver 925 / Copper 75
Mintage Figure:
129 627
Obverse
Design:
President Paul Kruger
Inscription:
None
Remarks:
Like the tickey and sixpence, there is no inscription
Reverse
Design:
Oak leaf wreath around denomination and date
Inscription:
Z. AFRIK. REP. 1 SHILLING 1892
Remarks:
None
Want to know more?
A Brief History
In 1891, with the election coming up and with President Kruger facing strong opposition, he was anxious to bring the Republics new coins into circulation. The new Mint was not yet operating so the President placed an order for coins dated 1892 with the Kaisermunt in Berlin. The first consignment of pounds, half pounds and crowns arrived with two shafts on the wagon and similar size front and rear wheels in the coat of arms. (The traditional Voortrekker wagon had a single shaft and rear wheels larger than the front wheels.) To add insult to injury the designer, Otto Schultz, had followed custom and placed his initials below Kruger’s’ bust - which is Afrikaans for ox. This mistake almost cost Kruger the election. Subsequently, new coins with the appropriate correction were brought into circulation. The ‘offensive’ coins had received so much publicity that many were kept as mementos. This is why they can still be found in mint condition, though very scarce.Among the first issues of all the coins minted in Berlin in 1892 were a number of complimentary proof sets, which are exceedingly rare today.
1892 Shilling (Florin)
2 Shilling (Florin)
Website: http://www.southcapecoins.co.zaYear: 1892
Coin: 2 Shilling (Florin)
Diameter: 28,7mm
Mass: 11,310 grammes
Edge: Milled
Designer: Otto Schultz
Metal Content:
Silver 925 / Copper 75
Mintage Figure:
55 206
Obverse
Design:
President Paul Kruger
Inscription:
None
Remarks:
No inscription on the coin
Reverse
Design: Transvaal Coat of Arms in circular shield
Inscription: ZUID AFRIK. REPUB. 1892 * 2 SHILLINGS *
Remarks:
Want to know more?
A Brief History
In 1891, with the election coming up and with President Kruger facing strong opposition, he was anxious to bring the Republics new coins into circulation. The new Mint was not yet operating so the President placed an order for coins dated 1892 with the Kaisermunt in Berlin. The first consignment of pounds, half pounds and crowns arrived with two shafts on the wagon and similar size front and rear wheels in the coat of arms. (The traditional Voortrekker wagon had a single shaft and rear wheels larger than the front wheels.) To add insult to injury the designer, Otto Schultz, had followed custom and placed his initials below Kruger’s’ bust - which is Afrikaans for ox. This mistake almost cost Kruger the election. Subsequently, new coins with the appropriate correction were brought into circulation. The ‘offensive’ coins had received so much publicity that many were kept as mementos. This is why they can still be found in mint condition, though very scarce.Among the first issues of all the coins minted in Berlin in 1892 were a number of complimentary proof sets, which are exceedingly rare today.
1892 Shilling Single Shaft (Crown)
5 Shilling - Single Shaft (CROWN)
Website: http://www.southcapecoins.co.zaYear: 1892
Coin: 5 Shilling - Single Shaft (CROWN)
Diameter: 38,8mm
Mass: 28,276 grammes
Edge: Milled
Designer: Otto Schultz
Metal Content:
Silver 925 / Copper 75
Mintage Figure:
14 000
Obverse
Design:
President Paul Kruger
Inscription:
ZUID AFRIKAANSCHE REPUBLIEK
Remarks:
The design of the crown is identical to that of the half-crown.
Reverse
Design:
Z.A.R. Coat of Arms
Inscription:
5 SHILLINGS *1892*
Remarks:
The oxwagon is correctly depicted, showing a single shaft and the front wheels are smaller than the rear ones. This coin is known as the 'Single Shaft'.
Want to know more?
A Brief History
In 1891, with the election coming up and with President Kruger facing strong opposition, he was anxious to bring the Republics new coins into circulation. The new Mint was not yet operating so the President placed an order for coins dated 1892 with the Kaisermunt in Berlin. The first consignment of pounds, half pounds and crowns arrived with two shafts on the wagon and similar size front and rear wheels in the coat of arms. (The traditional Voortrekker wagon had a single shaft and rear wheels larger than the front wheels.) To add insult to injury the designer, Otto Schultz, had followed custom and placed his initials below Kruger’s’ bust - which is Afrikaans for ox. This mistake almost cost Kruger the election. Subsequently, new coins with the appropriate correction were brought into circulation. The ‘offensive’ coins had received so much publicity that many were kept as mementos. This is why they can still be found in mint condition, though very scarce.Among the first issues of all the coins minted in Berlin in 1892 were a number of complimentary proof sets, which are exceedingly rare today.
1892 5 Shilling Double Shaft (Crown) Designed by Otto Schultz
Website: http://www.southcapecoins.co.za
Year: 1892
Coin: 5 Shilling - Double Shaft (Crown)
Diameter: 38,8mm
Mass: 28,276 grammes
Edge: Milled
Designer:
Otto Schultz
Metal Content:
Silver 925 / Copper 75
Mintage Figure:
4 327
Obverse
Design:
President Paul Kruger
Inscription:
ZUID AFRIKAANSCHE REPUBLIEK
Remarks:
The design of the crown is identical to that of the half-crown.
Reverse
Design:
Z.A.R. Coat of Arms
Inscription:
5 SHILLINGS *1892*
Remarks:
In 1892 two varieties of 5 shilling pieces were struck, one at the Royal Prussian Mint at Berlin and the other at the Pretoria Mint. The coins struck in Berlin were incorrect, showing a double-shafted oxwagon with all wheels of equal diameter. This coin is known as the 'Double Shaft'.
Want to know more?
A Brief History
In 1891, with the election coming up and with President Kruger facing strong opposition, he was anxious to bring the Republics new coins into circulation. The new Mint was not yet operating so the President placed an order for coins dated 1892 with the Kaisermunt in Berlin. The first consignment of pounds, half pounds and crowns arrived with two shafts on the wagon and similar size front and rear wheels in the coat of arms. (The traditional Voortrekker wagon had a single shaft and rear wheels larger than the front wheels.) To add insult to injury the designer, Otto Schultz, had followed custom and placed his initials below Kruger’s’ bust - which is Afrikaans for ox. This mistake almost cost Kruger the election. Subsequently, new coins with the appropriate correction were brought into circulation. The ‘offensive’ coins had received so much publicity that many were kept as mementos. This is why they can still be found in mint condition, though very scarce.Among the first issues of all the coins minted in Berlin in 1892 were a number of complimentary proof sets, which are exceedingly rare today.
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