I am new to collecting World Coins. Can anyone point me in the right direction to learn more about the symbols on the 1936 South Africa Shilling? Thx
thats a tough one. . lemme check a bok right quick ... tap toes... sorry, had to dig out my krause book ... KM# 17.3 SHILLING 5.6600 g., 0.8000 Silver 0.1456 oz. ASW, 23.5 mm. Ruler: George V Obv: Crowned bust left Obv. Designer: E.B. MacKennal Rev: Standing female figure leaning on large anchor Rev. Designer: G.T. Kruger-Gray Date- Mintage- F- VF- XF- Unc- BU 1936- 693,000- 3.50- 7.00- 25.00- 60.00- — 1936 Proof- 40- Value: 500 that help ?
"Standing female figure leaning on large anchor" Who is the female supposed to be? What symbolism does the anchor hold for S. Africa? Is the star in the background supposed to be the Southern Cross? That's what i was looking for, but you information is appreciated. Thx
sorry.. normaly, 'if' the figure represents 'someone' the pick books say. However, if it represents libery, as often happens on US coins, the book wont say. As for the other points of symbolism, i cant help, sorry.
Thanks for the replies and info. If I ask enough maybe I'll find out eventually. Seems to be a hard one.
alot of times, the symbolism on such coins is very apparent to those who live in that country, or part of the world. Might be something you may need to ask someone from S.A. I ask alot of questions about world notes that few people can answer It usually takes a person from that country who can read the language and such ... so i feel your pain lol Good luck
"Standing female figure leaning on large anchor" is a symbol of Cape Town. It is a supporter of the official seal of the city. Maybe the article in Wikipedia is of some help http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seal_of_Cape_Town
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