December 15, 2025
1948 South Africa 5 Shillings NGC MS63 Silver Springbok Crown KM40.1 George VI
On offer is a 1948 South Africa 5 Shillings, certified by NGC as MS63. This large silver crown (KM40.1) was struck at the Pretoria Mint in. 800 fine silver and features the classic George VI portrait obverse with the iconic springbok reverse. The coin shows strong luster with attractive natural toning on both sides and no distracting marks beyond what is typical for the grade. 8227020-022 (checkable on NGC’s website) guarantees the grade and authenticity. A premium example of the first year of issue for the Springbok crown – ideal for a high-grade South Africa or British Commonwealth collection. Country/Region of Manufacture: South Africa. 800 fine silver (ASW 0.73 oz). KM #: KM40.1 – Springbok type. Obverse: Portrait of King George VI. Reverse: Springbok antelope, “SOUTH AFRICA / SUID AFRIKA – 5 SHILLINGS”. Attractive original toning; problem-free surfaces for the grade. We guarantee the authenticity, description and condition of the items we sell. If combining items to be dispatched later, please note that I will mark them as.