1960 South Africa 5 Shillings (Union Commemorative Crown)

Coin Identification:

The coin is a 1960 South Africa 5 Shillings (Union Commemorative Crown).

Key Details:

• Obverse: South African coat of arms with SUID-AFRIKA / SOUTH AFRICA / 1960 / 5s.
• Reverse: Union Buildings with 1910 1960 above and UNITY IS STRENGTH / EENDRAG MAAK MAG around the border.
• Commemorative Issue: 50th Anniversary of the Union of South Africa (19101960).
• Composition: 50% Silver.
• Weight: 28.28 grams (14.14 grams pure silver).

Condition/Grading Estimate (Visual Assessment):

Based on the images, the coin appears to be in the range of Very Fine (VF) to Extra Fine (XF):

• Obverse (Coat of Arms): Clear details but some wear on the high points.
• Reverse (Union Buildings): Good detail; some wear on the finer architectural lines.
• Toning: Even, natural toning, which is common for silver coins of this age.
• Surface Marks: Minor surface scratches and small contact marks, but nothing severe.
• Rim: Clean and intact.

Estimated Grade: VF/XF (Very Fine to Extra Fine) Approximately VF-30 to XF-40 on the Sheldon Scale.