South African Republic 5 Shillings, 1874
Zuid Afrikaansche Republiek; Transvaal Pattern
Information
Country
South African Republic
South African Republic
Currency
Transvaal Patterns
(1874 – 1890)
Coin type
Pattern
Denomination
5 Shillings
Year
1874
Ruler
South African Republic
(1874–1902)
Composition
Aluminium
Shape
Round
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
7.57
Diameter (mm)
38.35
Thickness (mm)
3.05
Demonetized
Yes
Description
5 Shillings from South African Republic. Issued in 1874. Struck in Aluminium. Measures 38.35 mm and weighs 7.57 g.
- Obverse
- Bearded bust of President Thomas François Burgers left, legend around, date below. Note: dot after date
- Reverse
- Flagged shield of arms and banner with eagle above, legend around. (South African Republic)
- Edge
- Plain
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1874 | — |
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