Danh mục
| Đơn vị phát hành | South African Republic |
|---|---|
| Năm | 1874 |
| Loại | Coin pattern |
| Mệnh giá | 5 Shillings (1/4) |
| Tiền tệ | Transvaal Patterns (1874-1890) |
| Chất liệu | Aluminium |
| Trọng lượng | 7.57 g |
| Đường kính | 38.35 mm |
| Độ dày | 3.05 mm |
| Hình dạng | Round |
| Kỹ thuật | Milled |
| Hướng | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Nghệ nhân khắc | |
| Lưu hành đến | |
| Tài liệu tham khảo | X#Pn6a, Hern#T16 |
| Mô tả mặt trước | Bearded bust of President Thomas François Burgers left, legend around, date below. Note: dot after date |
|---|---|
| Chữ viết mặt trước | Latin |
| Chữ khắc mặt trước | THOMAS FRANÇOIS BURGERS 1874. |
| Mô tả mặt sau | Flagged shield of arms and banner with eagle above, legend around. |
| Chữ viết mặt sau | Latin |
| Chữ khắc mặt sau |
ZUID AFRIKAANSCHE REPUBLIEK (Translation: South African Republic) |
| Cạnh | Plain |
| Xưởng đúc | |
| Số lượng đúc |
1874 - - |
| ID Numisquare | 1723685960 |
| Thông tin bổ sung |
Historical Context: This 1874 Aluminium Pattern 5 Shillings originated during President Thomas François Burgers's tenure in the Zuid Afrikaansche Republiek (ZAR). It embodies the young republic's ambition for economic independence and a distinct national identity, predating the controversial Burgerspond. This experimental issue reflects the ZAR's desire for an independent currency, a critical step in asserting sovereignty amidst growing Anglo-Boer tensions and the path towards the First Boer War.
Artistry: While a definitive engraver for this specific pattern remains undocumented, its design adheres to prevailing Neoclassical and Victorian numismatic styles, infused with nationalistic expression. The obverse typically features the ZAR coat of arms, symbolizing republican aspirations, with the reverse detailing the denomination. The use of aluminium highlights its experimental nature, serving as a trial piece to assess design and production feasibility before any precious metal striking.
Technical/Grading: As an aluminium pattern, this coin often displays characteristics distinct from circulating issues. High points, such as the wagon wheels and lion's mane on the coat of arms, may show variable completeness due to experimental strike pressure and the metal's inherent softness. The 38.35mm diameter is typical for a crown, but the 7.57g weight confirms its non-circulating, trial status. Careful examination for planchet quality, die state, and preservation of delicate details is paramount for grading.