RSA (Pre-1994): First South African Games
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Form:
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Circular
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By:
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PB (?) |
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Date:
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1964 |
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Ref:
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AM2: 365; Laidlaw: 0319a;
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Variations:
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| Size | Metal | Mass | Value |
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| 38.0 mm | Gilded Silver | 27.3 gm | $40 | | 38.0 mm | Darkened Silver | 27.2 gm | $35 | | 38 mm | Bronze | | $10 |
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Edge:
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Plain.
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Obverse:
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Leaping springbok, left, torch behind. Below, the Olympic symbol of five interlinked rings. Legend: “GAMES S.A. SPELE”.
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Reverse:
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The outline of large figure: “1” enclosing an athlete standing, front. This is superimposed on a circular design held in cupped hands. Around, a laurel wreath with a Protea flower at the bottom and: “1964” at the top. Signed: “PB” at the foot. The silver medals are stamped: “SILVER” to the right of the Protea.
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Notes:
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South Africa was barred from taking part in the 18th Olympic Games held Tokyo, Japan, during 1964 over South Africa's refusal to condemn apartheid. These games were organised locally as an alternative for South African athletes.
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