1960 South Africa Silver 5 Shillings

This historic 1960 Silver 5 Shillings coin celebrates the 50th anniversary of South Africa’s 1910 independence from the British Empire. The reverse features the official government building in the capital, Pretoria, plus the legend unity is strength. The obverse includes the figure of Hope representing the Colony of the Cape of Good Hope; wildebeests for the Colony of Natal; the orange tree for the Orange Free State Republic; the wagon for the Transvaal, plus the Union of South Africa arms. In 1961, the country became the Republic of South Africa and adopted a decimalized currency. Struck in 50% silver, order this notable coin now.