South Africa – 1961 – Rand Twin Proof Set – 2 Rand and 1 Rand – Includes original blue SA Mint case

South Africa – 1961 – Rand Twin Proof Set – 2 Rand and 1 Rand – Includes original blue SA Mint case

The 1961 South African blue Twin Set is a numismatic marvel, consisting of two gold coins worth 2 Rand and 1 Rand. Both coins share a common design and differ only in their face value.

Obverse: Both coins feature a distinctive obverse.
featuring a quarter-portrait of Jan van Riebeeck, the important Dutch settler known for founding Cape Town. The legend surrounding the portrait is engraved in Latin script and reads: “UNITY IS STRENGTH * EENDRAG MAAK MAG *”. This powerful message captures
The essence of national unity. The design is based on the work of Willie Myburg, whose artistic skill immortalizes van Riebeeck’s contribution to South African history.

Reverse: The reverse of each coin features a beautifully detailed image. The leaping springbok is depicted above the coin’s face value. This dynamic representation of South Africa’s national animal is framed by inscriptions in Latin script: “SOUTH AFRICA·1964·SUID-AFRIKA” and the value, either “2R” for the 2-rand coin or “1R” for the 1-rand coin.
The 1 rand. The initials “CLS” are discreetly inserted and refer to the designer or mintmaster of the coin.

The 2-rand coin is made of .917 fine gold, weighs 7.99 grams, has a diameter of 22.0 mm, and a thickness of 1.57 mm. The 1-rand coin has the same gold composition.
and fineness, is lighter and smaller, weighs 3.99 grams, has a diameter of 19.5 mm and a thickness of 1.1 mm.

Only 793 of these blue sets were issued, making them a rare and valuable addition to any collection. With its rich symbolism and exquisite gold composition, the blue set not only has monetary value but also captures a piece of South African heritage.