1959 South Africa 1 Penny / 1D Coin – Queen Elizabeth II – Dromedaris Ship Reverse – KM#46

Offered here is a 1959 South Africa 1 Penny coin, also marked 1D, issued during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. The obverse features the young laureate portrait of Queen Elizabeth II with the inscription “Elizabeth II Regina.” The reverse features the historic Dromedaris sailing ship with the bilingual country legend “Suid-Afrika / South Africa,” the date 1959, and denomination 1D.

This is a pre-decimal South African coin from the final years before South Africa changed to decimal currency in 1961. The type is cataloged as KM#46 and is a popular world coin for collectors of British Commonwealth coinage, South African coins, ship coins, and Queen Elizabeth II issues.

Important color/condition note: This coin is cataloged as a bronze coin, but this example has a dark gray/silver-toned appearance. The color may be due to heavy toning, environmental oxidation, old cleaning, chemical exposure, or possible coating/plating. It has not been tested, and no claim is made that it is silver or any precious metal.

Item Details

* Country: South Africa

* Year: 1959

* Denomination: 1 Penny / 1D

* Ruler: Queen Elizabeth II

* Catalog Number: KM#46

* Type: Standard circulation coin

* Currency: Pre-decimal South African pound

* Composition: Bronze, according to catalog references

* Design: Queen Elizabeth II obverse / Dromedaris ship reverse

* Mintage: 4,860,000

* Certification: Uncertified

* Grade: Ungraded

* Holder: Cardboard 2x2 holder marked 1959

* Condition: Circulated / toned

* Exact Item: You will receive the exact coin shown in the photos

Condition Notes

This coin shows toning, dark gray coloration, surface wear, spotting, and handling marks. The unusual silver-gray appearance is noted clearly for transparency. Please review all photos carefully, as they show the exact coin you will receive.