R2, South Africa, 2000, Nickel-plated Copper - New COA
R2, South Africa, 2000, Nickel-plated Copper - New COA. Part of the Third Decimal Series, the Two Rand circulating coin was introduced in 1989.
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New coat of Arms:
Symbols from the coat of arms include two human figures from Khoisan rock art facing each other in greeting and unity; the secretary bird in flight, symbolising growth and speed; and the rising sun symbolising the promise of rebirth.
Coin Specifications:
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Country |
South Africa |
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Year |
2000 |
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Value |
R2, Two Rand, 2 ZAR, 2 Rand |
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Metal |
Nickel-plated Copper (Grey) |
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Weight |
5.50gm |
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Diameter |
23.0mm |
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Thickness |
1.750mm |
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Obverse Design |
Arthur Sutherland(ALS) |
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Reverse Design |
Arthur Sutherland(ALS) |
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Shape |
Round |
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Last issue of series |
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Obverse |
New Coat of Arms Lettering: SUID-AFRIKA (left) SOUTH AFRICA (Right) 2000(bottom) ALS (initials) |
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Reverse |
Features the Greater Kudu (Tragelaphus strepsiceros), known as the “King of the Antelope” because of its magnificent horns. Lettering: 2 RAND (Right) ALS (initials, to the right) |
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Edge |
Milled interrupted, in five sections(no edge inscription) |
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Mintage |
Proof Mintage |
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2000 |
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- Material
- Nickel Plated Copper
- Denomination
- R2
- Shape
- Round
- Time
- 2000s
- Object
- Animal - Kudu