Z.A. Republic: Kruger / Hulde aan Paul Kruger
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Form:
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Circular with and without attached loop.
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By:
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? |
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Date:
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c1900 |
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Ref:
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AM: 181; Hern: 408; ME: South African Republic 13; Laidlaw: 0100;
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Variations:
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| Size | Metal | Mass | Value |
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| 21.5 mm | Nickel | 3.0 gm | $130 |
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Edge:
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Plain.
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Obverse:
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Bareheaded bust of Kruger, left (Similar to Z.A.R. coinage but weakly struck).
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Reverse:
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Within a central circle: “AAN”, in an arc above: “HULDE”, and in an arc below, between stops: “PAUL KRUGER” (homage to Paul Kruger).
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Notes:
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Issued during Republic times for reasons unknown. An example was found in Kruger’s purse following his death.
Similar to Laidlaw 0541.
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