South African Proof Sets

1953 Proof Set in Presentation Box

Obverse of 1953 Sixpence

South Africa

Reverse of 1953 Sixpence

Countries

Reverse of 1953 Threepence

We can offer sets of all nine coins in proof condition packaged in a blue leatherette case.

Proof Sets
"Proof" coins are specially struck with great care and attention. The dies are highly polished on the flat surfaces, with a frosted finish on the design, the blanks from which the coins are struck are also polished before striking (minting), so that the finished coins show their designs to the absolutely best effect. The raised relief parts of the design have a frosted finish, and stand out from the background (field) which has a mirror finish. Each coin is carefully inspected prior to packaging, and is guaranteed to be perfect and without any blemish. Please note that most proof sets of this year will have some degree of surface "toning" or "tarnish".

Specifications

Denomination	Diameter	Weight	Alloy	Actual Silver Weight
Five Shillings	38	28.28	0.500 Silver	0.4546
Two and a Half Shillings	31	14.14	0.500 Silver	0.2273
Two Shilling	28	11.31	0.500 Silver	0.1818
Shilling	24	5.66	0.500 Silver	0.0909
Six Pence	19	2.83	0.500 Silver	0.0454
Three Pence	15	1.41	0.500 Silver	0.0226
Penny	29		Bronze
Half Penny	25		Bronze
Quarter Penny (Farthing)	19		Bronze

Notes
Diameter = Diameter in millimetres
Weight = Weight in grams

Coin Sets - Prices & Availability

Date	Coins in Set	Description	Mintage	Grade	Availability	Price £	Price US$
1953	9	Proof Set	2,000	Some Toning	Yes	£40	$65

Postage & Packing:
UK: At buyer's Risk £3.50 or
Fully Insured £9 (Usually by Royal Mail Special Delivery)
USA: Airmail at buyer's risk $10 or
Fully Insured $20
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