Commemorative coin series released into circulation

The South African Mint, a wholly owned subsidiary of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB), released into circulation a new R2 commemorative circulation coin themed ‘Freedom of Movement and Residence’ as part of its new coin programme commemorating 25 years of South Africa’s constitutional democracy.

The SA25 themed ‘Celebrating South Africa’ coin series features five commemorative R2 circulation coins, a commemorative R5 coin and three collectable coins in gold, silver and bronze alloy.

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Designed by artist Rasty Knayles, regarded as a pioneer of the local graffiti movement, the right is symbolised by a plane, a bird holding a key, and a minibus taxi on the reverse (tails) of the coin.

The obverse (heads) features the national coat of arms together with the date of issue, ‘2019’, and the words ‘South Africa’ written in English and Afrika-Dzonga’ in Xitsonga.

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At the unveiling, Tumi Tsehlo, the South African Mint managing director said, “Our struggle for democracy has hardly any parallel, and I can say the same about our constitution. It is regarded as one of the most progressive in the world guaranteeing rights to all residents. The theme serves to remind all South Africans that we have come a long way.”

“In issuing circulation coins in honour of our constitutional democracy, the South African Mint is helping to preserve the memory of all South Africans who collectively fought for freedom for all, even at great personal costs,” adds Tsehlo.

The commemorative coins are introduced in a phased manner, with the coin themed ‘Freedom of Movement and Residence’ being the fourth in the series – which will be followed by the final R2 featuring ‘Freedom of Religion, Beliefs and Opinion’ in August, together with the new R5 coin.

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