RSA (Pre-1994): Founding of the Cape Mint
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Form:
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Circular. Proof-like. Bonded lug for suspension
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By:
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Cape Mint |
Date:
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1957 |
Ref:
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Laidlaw: 0690;
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Variations:
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Size | Metal | Mass | Value |
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38.2 mm | Gold Plated Brass | Gold Plated Brass | $8 |
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Edge:
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Plain. Impressed: "BRASS GOLD PLATED".
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Obverse:
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The Cape Mint building against the background of Table Mountain and Lion’s Head. Superimposed on the left, barehead of Pagliari in spectacles, left. Above: "ESTABLISHED 1957" and below: "M.PAGLIARI(PTY) LTD. / CAPE TOWN:.
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Reverse:
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Coat of arms of Cape Town with supporters Hope and anchor (left) and lion (right) with motto: “SPIES BONA”. Legend above: “CAPE TOWN” and below between ornate stops: “KAAPSTAD”. The field is striated with fine lines which radiate to the rim.
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Notes:
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The Pagliari Group of companies was founded in 1957 by Mauro Pagliari. The Cape Mint (Pty) Ltd is a subsidiary company and manufactures quality coins and medals.
The 21st anniversary medal of the Cape Mint (Laidlaw 737) has the same obverse design.
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