Need some help IDing Coin...

DenverDave

Hi All...

First post on the World Forum, please be kind..."-)

Picked up this coin at a local show in Denver Colorado, can someone tell me the story on it...?

Is it Bullion, regular issue and/or any history would be appreciated...

Also... Some pretty cool toning don't you think...?

theboz11

Welcome to the forum, your coin appears to be a 1964 South Africa 50 cent. mintage 86,000 Silver .45 oz. unc value about $10-12. Beautiful toning and fantastic picture.

WillieBoyd2

When I was a kid in 1964, I ordered some coins, including the 50¢ pieces, from the South Africa mint in Pretoria.

Here is a copy of their 1964 price list.

(Images moved to website)

farthing

Very nice toning on that one!

DenverDave

Thanks guys for the nice words and great info...

Picked her up for $20 and think I got a great deal...

Who's the guy on the Obverse...?

farthing

Jan van Riebeeck - he was the commander of the first Dutch settlement in South Africa.

spinaker2000

Great camera work! South Africa's proof coins get some awesome toning from the blue felt lined mint cases. Your's looks great.

WillieBoyd2

Jan was an early hippie!

DenverDave

Kind of reminded me of Vlad the Impaler..."-)



Thanks for the help my Friends...