Shilling, 1892-1897, Circulation Issue
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The South African Shilling from 1892-1897 was part of the Zuid-Afrikaansche Republiek (ZAR) coinage and features Paul Kruger's bust on the obverse and an oak wreath with the denomination on the reverse. Coins minted in 1892 were struck in Berlin, while the 1893-1897 issues were produced at the ZAR's Pretoria mint. These coins are collectible, with their value determined by rarity, condition, and silver content.
Key Features
Issuer: Zuid-Afrikaansche Republiek (ZAR)
Portrait: Paul Kruger, President of the ZAR, is depicted on the obverse.
Reverse: The reverse features an oak wreath with the denomination, such as "1 SHILLING," and the year.
Mints: Coins from 1892 were struck at the Royal Prussian Mint in Berlin, while subsequent years (1893-1897) were produced at the ZAR's State Mint in Pretoria.
Disselboom Varieties: Coins of the ZAR are known for two types of ox wagons depicted on the reverse: single shaft and double shaft (Disselboom), the latter being the nick name for the "double shaft" variety.
Edge: The edge of the shilling coin is reeded.
Collecting Considerations
Rarity: The scarcity of certain years and varieties, like 1892 ZAR coins, increases their value.
Condition: The condition and silver content of the coin will influence its value.
Forgeries: Be cautious, as forgeries exist, particularly for the Disselboom coins. Genuine Disselboom 5-shilling coins, for example, have the same size for the wheels on the wagon.
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