1896 ZAR Threepence Silver
Also known as the 1896 Tickey or 1896 3 Pence South Africa.
The 1896 ZAR Threepence is difficult to find in high-grade condition. Despite a healthy mintage, high-quality examples (especially MS66) are sought after and relatively scarce.
| Coin Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Hern's Number | Z9 |
| Krause-Mishler Number | KM3 |
| Designer | Otto Schultz |
| Diameter | 16.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.04 mm |
| Mintage | 166,480 |
| Weight | 1.41 gm |
| Silver Content | 92.5% |
| % of a Troy Ounce | 4.2% |
| Best Known Grade | MS66 |
| Proofs Issued | No |