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Hi
A bit of an odd question but I can't seem to find an answer to this question. What is the metal composition of a 1892 ZAR 3 pence?
Hi Marc,
It's not an odd question at all. These coins often develop a dark patina which makes it difficult to determine the material.
These South African 3-pence coins are made of .925 sterling silver. The 1892 date is the key date, with a mintage of only 24,000. One is excellent condition runs $50-$100, a well used coin is only about $10 though.
Thanks for the question! =)
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Dmitry Livshits
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My specialty is world coins from the 18th to 20th centuries, primarily non-US foreign coins and related areas such as errors and exonumia (tokens, medals, etc.). I can answer questions relating to identification, grading, selling, preservation and evaluation of such items. In addition to catalog value, I can give you the practical market value and trends for specific types of coins. I will also take questions regarding counterfeits (both modern and antique) and on how to identify them. I am NOT knowledgeable in paper money/banknotes, ancient or "shipwreck" coins. Thank you.
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Collector of world coins since early childhood. Access to a variety of auction records and reference material. You can also find me on Facebook.
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A.S. in Psychology (2006), B.A. in Forensic Psychology (2008), M.A. in Forensic Psychology (2011).
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