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The Protea 1996 Gold and Silver Coin Series
A New Constitution For The People Of South Africa
President Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela's inauguration in 1994 marked the beginning of a new era in South Africa 's history.
The formation of an open government coupled with the plan for a unique constitution resulted in the cabinet's decision to commemorate this with the minting of the 1996 constitutional Protea coins.
On the coin, the hand "writing" the constitution symbolises the hand of the people which is embodied in the unity of the figures, that are holding hands are portrayed in the landing of the coin.
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1oz |
1/10oz |
R1 |
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(22 Carat Gold) |
(22 Carat Gold) |
(Sterling Silver) |
| Mass: |
33.931 gram |
3.393 gram |
15.00 gram |
| Diameter: |
32.69 mm |
16.50 mm |
32.70 mm |
| Metal Content: |
Au 916.67 Cu 83.33 |
Au 916.67 Cu 83.33 |
Ag 925 Cu 75 |
| Reverse Die-Sinker: |
S Erasmus |
S Erasmus |
S Erasmus |
| Obverse Die-Sinker: |
AL Sutherland |
AL Sutherland |
AL Sutherland |
Proof Set Limited Edition: 500 sets
The Protea Proof Set consists of two 22 carat gold coins (1 oz and 1/10 oz gold coins) and a sterling silver coin (R1) packaged together
in a blue leatherette box. Each set issued has an individually numbered Certificate of Authenticity. This Certificate of Authenticity
guarantees the quality and authenticity of the coins made by the South African Mint Company.
Certificate of Authenticity
Each coin and coin set issued by the South African Mint Company has a Certificate of Authenticity. The certificate describes the coin’s
specifications, the year, the limited edition as well as a short description of the product. It also depicts the signature of the South
African Mint’s Managing Director, Mr ME Harbuz. Each certificate is individually numbered according to the limited edition of
the coin or set.
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