South Africa 2 Rand, 1998
African Penguin
Information
Country
South Africa
South Africa
Currency
Rand
(1961 – 9999)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
2 Rand
Year
1998
Ruler
Republic
(1961–9999)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
33.63
Diameter (mm)
38.7
Thickness (mm)
3.5
Description
2 Rand from South Africa. Issued in 1998. Struck in Silver (.925). Measures 38.7 mm and weighs 33.63 g.
- Obverse
- Central coat of arms over date surrounded by national title in 9 languages (South Africa)
- Reverse
- African Jackass Penguin on a rock facing right, Table Mountain in the background
- Edge
- Reeded
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 2.1K | Proof |
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