British coins are minted by the Royal Mint in Llantrisant, Wales. From 1977 to 1990, the Springbok appeared on the R1 nickel coins and from 1990 to date, on the smaller R1 in the 3rd series. The reverse of the Krugerrand bears an Elephant privy mark.The collectable circulation sets are each made up of the following:This set consists of the proof R5, R2, R1, 50c, 20c and 10c circulation coins.This set consists of the uncirculated R5, R2, R1, 50c, 20c and 10c circulation coins.The baby set consists of the proof R5, R2, R1, 50c, 20c and 10c circulation coins.The second instalment of the palaeontology theme features the ‘Cradle of Humankind – hominids’. His date of birth, 18 July, was declared ‘Nelson Mandela International Day’ by the United Nations in recognition of his contributions to democracy, freedom, peace and human rights around the world.On this day, everyone in the world is encouraged to harness their ability to have a positive effect on their community and remember and live the values embraced by Nelson Mandela, which include democracy, freedom, equality, diversity, reconciliation, and respect.Nelson Mandela passed away at the age of 95 on 5 December 2013The main design elements featured on the R25 gold coin are repeated on this coin. It produces seeds and also grows from an underground tuber that is able to survive dry seasons, while the creeping shoots die off entirely after fruiting.The reverse of this coin features a single Gloriosa superba flower, indicating its unique shape and leaves that end in tendrils.Adenium is a small genus of succulent shrubs with toxic sap that produce swollen stems, often with unusual forms that are completely transformed when the striking and decorative flowers. South African Mint Gold Bullion Coins. South African Mint - Gold Krugerrand. Today, all of the bullion that is sent to the South African Mint to be struck into coins comes from the Rand Refinery. 100% satisfaction guaranteed. Buy with confidence & Free Shipping from APMEX on eBay! Gallery View. The Black Wildebeest was also depicted on the 2c reverse from 1965 to 1990.The Kudu, “King of Antelope”, was chosen for the reverse of the R2 coin which replaced the banknote in the 3rd decimal series. Invented by South African George Montague (Monty) Pratley, the world famous Pratley Putty was developed in the 1960’s as an insulator and an adhesive agent for fixing brass terminals which were located inside cast iron cable junction boxes.This putty was used on the Ranger spacecraft produced and flown to study the moon. The obverse design of the elephant coin is the close-up of the majestic creature, with its ears flared and trunk and tusks dominant, together with the words ‘South Africa’ and ‘Big Five 2019’, as well as the country’s coat of arms. The privy mark featured on the obverse of both gold coins is the word ‘Legacy’ underneath the year. The minibus taxi used by millions of South Africans and the passenger plane highlight economic activity as well as movement.The R2 featuring the right to Freedom of Religion, Belief and Opinion shows raised hands representing the individual person, also a sign many make to express an opinion and wish to be heard.Artist Peter Mammes who designed this coin said he wanted to depict people, ethnicity, and religion without being specific. | Browse our daily deals for even more savings! The South African Mint operates a museum and store within its plant and authorizes educational visits at its production site. The 1/2oz coin will only be available in three different coin sets, in 2018.The 1/2, 1/4, and 1/10oz were the first fractional coins to be introduced to the range in 1980.Introduced for the first time as part of the 50th anniversary range, the 1/2oz gold coin makes a return in 2018, but only as part of the ‘Prestige Set’.The smallest gold coin available from the South African Mint and introduced for the first time with the 50th anniversary range, the 1/50oz coin also forms part of the various Krugerrand sets available in 2018.The 1oz silver proof Krugerrand was first released in 2017, as part of the 50th anniversary range. The South African Mint still struck coins similar to Britain’s coinage for another three years before deciding that British coins were too large to emulate properly. It was again depicted on the 50c from 1960-1964. The Apollo 11 module as well as the lunar lander is depicted along with the dates 1964 and 1965 (the years of the Ranger missions), 1969 (the year of the first moon landing) and 2019 (the year in which the 50th anniversary of the first lunar landing is commemorated). These coins are produced by a state organism which, in itself, is an important indicator of quality. Coelophysis rhodesiensis, a small, agile dinosaur which preyed on small animals, inhabited South Africa and Zimbabwe during the early part of the Jurassic period. When placed together, the reverses form a full face. This set is a celebration of Africa’s unique heritage and classic coin collecting. *Due to the current commodity and exchange rate volatility, the pricing listed on this website cannot be guaranteed.Our retail store is currently closed, but online orders/enquiries can be made, and the price will only be confirmed when we reopen. Their horns are made up of the highly sought after keratin, which is used for its supposed medicinal purposes.The “Big Five” term originated when big game hunters visited the shores of Africa to shoot for trophies, and locals warned them about the five most dangerous animals in Africa: the Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Rhino, and Buffalo.The reverse of the coin features two halves of the rhino’s face, detailing its eye, ears and horn. The South African Mint also strikes a number of collectible coins. November 1, 2017. Between 1923 to 1932, a total of 83,442,397 South Africa sovereigns and circulation coinage were minted at The Royal Mint in Pretoria. In 2012 the plating on the 10c coin was changed from bronze to copper, giving it a reddish appearance.The obverse design of these coins bears the breath-taking design of the African Rhino, which fills up much of the surface area of the coin.