Name : Republic of Kenya The current population of Kenya (beginning of 2024) is 56,203,030 National colors : Black, red, green and white Which cities are the two capitals of Kenya? Currently, Nairobi is the capital of Kenya while Mombasa is the historic capital. Language diversity in Kenya...
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A special highlight – the gold coin Krugerrand 1997 Sabi Sabi
The gold coin Krugerrand 1997 Sabi Sabi ( only 72 pieces ) is a special edition of the iconic South African Krugerrand, one of the best known and most traded gold collector coins in the world. Like all other Krugerrands, the coin was minted by the SA Mint . The...
South African Krugerrand Gold – Special Krugerrand Launch Sets with Privy Marks
Since 1997, the SA Mint has regularly minted special editions of the Krugerrand. Unlike the usual proof coins, these special collectibles are dedicated to specific occasions, are called"launch sets" and have a very limited mintage. The total circulation mentioned above is usually divided between an international edition and a local...
Ivory Coast – the country and its gold coins
Côte d'Ivoire, officially known as the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire, is a West African country on the southern coast of the Gulf of Guinea. It is a diverse and vibrant country with a rich cultural heritage, breathtaking natural landscapes and a fascinating history. In this blog we will explore some...
Lesotho – interesting facts about the country and its gold coins
Lesotho is a small country in southern Africa, completely surrounded by South Africa. Because it is completely surrounded by South Africa, Lesotho is also one of only three enclave countries. The other two are San Marino and Vatican City, both of which are completely surrounded by Italy. Lesotho, formerly known...
Tanzania – Between land and coins
Tanzania is an extremely popular destination in Africa, known for its exotic wildlife and rich culture. Simply put, it is one of the most iconic safari destinations in the world. Here you can observe amazing wildlife, including the great wildebeest migration and many other highlights. Geographical location The United Republic...
Niger – The country and its coins
Niger is a country that is often confused with Nigeria (there is actually a state of that name within Nigeria), but they are two completely different states. A few details: Official Name: Republic of Niger (Republique du Niger, Republic of Niger) Capital: Niamey City Area: 1.267.000 km² Population: 26.4 million...
The Democratic Republic of the Congo and its coins
The Democratic Republic of Congo in Central Africa is often referred to as DRC, DR Congo (DR Congo and sometimes Congo (Kinshasa) to distinguish it from the Republic of Congo, which is often referred to as Congo (Brazzaville). Country Profile The Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly Zaire) is located in...