This coin commemorates 25 years of constitutional democracy in South Africa. Made from a bronze alloy, the R50 collector’s coin bears two hands and fingers intertwined as a symbol of unity between the people of our nation. The phrase “We the people” has become a commonly known global phrase, extolling democracy, the establishment of justice and the striving for an ethos of equality.

This coin was designed by artist Peter Mammes who wanted to depict the ethnicity, diversity and an ethos of equality of the people of the nation. His creation engenders a sense of ‘ubuntu’ and celebrates our togetherness as a people.

Mass: 24.45g
Diameter: 38.725mm
Metal content: Cu Al Ni
Limited Edition: 25 000

Characterised by a number of people standing in single file, as if advancing toward a common purpose and goal, the design featured on this coin represents the great strides made in our nation in 25 years of constitutional democracy including, inter alia, race and gender transformation objectives. With our constitution today, we are all equal before the law and no one can be discriminated against on the basis of race, culture, language, gender, sexual orientation, religion or any other grounds.

Artist Lady Skollie’s design portrays the famous images of voting polling stations in 1994 when the nation attained its independence.

Mass: 33.626g
Diameter: 38.725mm
Metal content: Ag 925 Cu 75
Limited Edition: 10 000

The reverse of the R500 pure-gold coin depicts the main entrance of South Africa’s highest court, the Constitutional Court, which endorses the rights of all citizens. The Court is situated in Johannesburg on Constitution Hill, which is a living museum with a rich history of telling the story of South Africa’s journey to democracy.

Designed by architect Shaun Gaylard, the coin’s reverse is inspired by the interaction between the building, its inhabitants and its visitors.

Mass: 31.107g
Diameter: 32.69mm
Metal content: Au 999.9
Limited Edition: 125

The R5 circulation coin illustrates South Africa’s constitutional democracy which shows a line of people waiting to cast their vote. It also features the words ‘Let us live and strive for freedom’, which originate from the national anthem of South Africa.

This design by artist Lady Skollie portrays the famous images of voting polling stations in 1994, when the nation attained its independence.

NB: The R5 commemorative proof coin can only be found in the 8 and 9 coin sets, and is NOT sold on its own. Unlike the circulation commemorative R5 coin, this coin is of a premium quality (proof), and comes in a capsule, which the circulating R5 does not.

Mass: 9.5g
Diameter: 26mm

The reverse designs on these coins are based on some of the fundamental human rights enshrined in the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, namely Children’s Rights, Right to Education, Environmental Rights, Freedom of Movement and Residence and Freedom of Religion, Belief and Opinion.
The Children’s rights circulation coin shows a group of cheerful kids on the reverse.

Artist Neo Mahlangu wanted to create a design that could capture children’s innocence and bring back memories of our time as children to constantly remind everyone to protect and nurture them and in doing so, the future of the country.

The Right to Education is showcased by three universal symbols of learning and knowledge namely a book, a cube (featuring letters and numbers), and a graduation cap on the R2 coin.

This coin was also designed by Neo Mahlangu who believes the topic of education is an important one in the country due to its potent influence on this nation. She wanted to create a design that could resonate with a mature adult pursuing studies as well as the child in a preschool in equal measure.

An illustration represents Environmental Rights showing water and a fish, land with plants and the sky with clouds and the sun is seen on the reverse of the coin.

According to artist Maaike Bakker, the illustrations on this coin that she designed highlight the idea of a well-balanced, protected environment that is not harmful to the wellbeing of those inhabiting it. The design was inspired by the country’s great outdoors, access to which is guaranteed by the South African constitution.

Freedom of Movement and Residence is symbolised by a plane, a bird holding a key, and a minibus taxi on the reverse of the coin.

Local graffiti artist Rasty Kanyles who designed this coin likened freedom to a bird, a complete embodiment of being free to move around and reside anywhere in the country. The weaver bird is a reflection of an average South African, hardworking, cheerful and respectful to fellow beings. The key symbolises a passport, a prized document which guarantees any person holding it, free and through access across borders and return home and above all serve as an infallible South African identify. The minibus taxi used by millions of South Africans and the passenger plane highlight economic activity as well as movement.

The R2 featuring the right to Freedom of Religion, Belief and Opinion shows raised hands representing the individual person, also a sign many make to express an opinion and wish to be heard.

Artist Peter Mammes who designed this coin said he wanted to depict people, ethnicity, and religion without being specific. The hands on their own do not convey gender, colour, age or any information that might exclude any group amongst the population of South Africa so they convey a sense of unity, freedom, and virtue-like swearing an oath in court or praying.

NB: These commemorative proof coins can only be found in the 8 and 9 coin sets, and are NOT sold on their own. Unlike the circulation commemorative coins, these coins are of a premium quality (proof), and come in a capsule, which the circulating coins don’t.

Mass: 5.5g
Diameter: 23mm

Comprising all five R2 commemorative circulation coins as well as the R5 commemorative circulation coin, this 6 coin set is available in uncirculated quality. The reverse designs on these coins are based on some of the fundamental human rights enshrined in the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.

Mintage (uncirculated): 100 000

This set consists of the following SA25 commemorative coins in proof quality: a R50 bronze alloy coin depicting two interlocked hands symbolising unison/togetherness joined in the shape of a cross similar to the mark made on a ballot during the voting process; a R50 sterling-silver coin depicting the memorable image of long voting queues associated with the first election; and all 6 commemorative circulation coins representing some of the fundamental human rights enshrined in the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.

The reverses of all these coins are linked together by the typeface created for the Constitutional Court.

Mintage: 2 250

This set consists of all the SA25 commemorative coins in proof quality: a R50 bronze alloy coin depicting two interlocked hands symbolising unison/togetherness joined in the shape of a cross similar to the mark made on a ballot during the voting process; a R50 sterling-silver coin depicting the memorable image of long voting queues associated with the first election; a R500 gold coin depicting the impressive constitutional court of South Africa and all 6 commemorative circulation coins representing some of the fundamental human rights enshrined in the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.

The reverses of all these coins are linked together by the typeface created for the Constitutional Court.

Mintage: 225

The special edition launch set consists of a privy mark R500 pure-gold coin accompanied by a special sterling-silver medallion with the SA25 logo on one side and the first paragraph in the preamble of the South African Constitution on the other.

Mintage: 100

The obverse depicts the national coat of arms, the year of issue ‘2019’, and the word ‘South Africa’.

The obverses of the silver and bronze alloy coins depict the national coat of arms, year of issue ‘2019’, and the words ‘South Africa’ written in all the official languages.

The obverse features the national coat of arms together with the date of issue, ‘2019’, and the words ‘South Africa’ written as ‘Afrika Borwa’ (Sepedi or Sesotho) and ‘Aforika Borwa’ (Setswana).

The obverse of the R2 coins features the national coat of arms together with the date of issue, ‘2019’, and the words ‘South Africa’ written in English and Afrika-Dzonga’ in Xitsonga.