South Africa 2 Cents Coin

South Africa 2 Cents (1965-1969) 

Features:

• Issuer: South Africa
• Ruling Authority: Republic of South Africa (1961-present)
• Type: Standard Circulation Coin
• Years of Issue: 1965-1969
• Denomination: 2 Cents (0.02 ZAR)
• Currency: Rand (1961-present)
• Composition: Bronze
• Weight: 4.0 g
• Diameter: 22.45 mm
• Thickness: 1.71 mm
• Shape: Round
• Edge: Milled
• Orientation: Medal Alignment

Obverse:

Features a right-facing portrait of Jan van Riebeeck (1619-1677), the Dutch colonial administrator and founder of Cape Town. The inscription "SOUTH AFRICA" appears along with the year of issue and the initials "T.S." for engraver Tommy Sasseen.

Reverse:

Depicts a Black Wildebeest in motion, facing left. The denomination "2c" is inscribed, along with the initials "J.V.Z.", referring to designer Jan van Zyl.

This vintage South African 2 Cents coin (1965-1969) is a sought-after piece among collectors, featuring a classic design and historical significance.