SOUTH AFRICA, Republic ~ 1992 ~ Silver 2 Rand ~ Coin Minting, Arms ~ Various blank flans ~ KM-145 ~ Nice Proof

A coin about coins! This 1992 South African 2 Rand Silver Proof commemorative coin was minted in 1992, during South Africa's transition from apartheid to democracy, as constitutional negotiations between Nelson Mandela and President de Klerk were underway. It marks three significant periods: the mint's 1892 founding by President Kruger following the Witwatersrand Gold Rush, the introduction of high-speed minting technology in 1992, and the country's path to democratic transformation.

1 oz of .925 silver. Mintage: 6,688
Sterling Silver (.925)

The obverse designed by South African engraver A.J. Sutherland displays the National Arms, while the reverse by sculptor Johan Steyn features an arrangement of historical coins above the denomination. The coin earned an international design award, creating a piece that represents both South Africa's minting heritage and its technological advancement.

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