The 1960 South Africa 5 Shillings is a historic silver coin struck to mark the 50th anniversary of the Union of South Africa. It was issued under Queen Elizabeth II and celebrates a key moment before the country moved to decimal currency.
Obverse: Features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, portrayed in formal profile typical of Commonwealth coinage of the period. Reverse: Depicts the Union Buildings, a symbolic representation of national governance and the coin’s commemorative purpose.
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Country: South Africa
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Year: 1960
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Denomination: 5 Shillings
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Composition: 50% silver
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Size: 38.61 mm
