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Same year. Same type. Very different value.

Both of these coins are 1946 South African 2½ Shillings, and 1946 is a key date year with a very low mintage. That is why even the raw example can still attract collector interest, and a space-filler piece could realistically trade around the R500 level depending on the collector and the market.

So why is there still such a big gap between these two?

Because the date is only part of the story.

The raw coin is a circulated example with noticeable wear. The slabbed coin, on the other hand, is a 1946 proof graded PF64 by SANGS. Proof coins were specially made for collectors using polished dies and blanks, with far greater attention to detail and finish than normal circulation pieces. Only 150 proof examples were struck for 1946.

That is why one coin can be a collector placeholder, while the other sits in a completely different value category at around R6,000 in Hern’s catalogue.

This is one of the clearest examples of why grading, preservation, and strike type matter in numismatics.

Two coins may share the same date, but they do not always share the same rarity, quality, or value.

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Het u waardevolle munte, goudmunte of ander numismatiese items wat u oorweeg om te verkoop?

Nie elke item behoort sommer net verkoop te word nie. Sekere stukke verdien die regte platform, die regte aanbieding, en die regte kopers.

By Bassani’s Auction House help ons u om waardevolle numismatiese items met vertroue te konsigneer, met professionele diens en toegang tot ’n ernstige versamelmark.

Of dit nou ’n enkele skaars munt is of ’n hele versameling, ons help u graag om te bepaal of u item geskik is vir veiling.

Stuur vir ons ’n DM met foto’s van u items, of kommentaar “VEILING” hieronder, en ons kontak u.

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A conversation with Robert Kiyosaki challenged me deeply.

He asked me why, in a country like South Africa, with such a rich history of gold and natural resources, more people are not actively buying gold and silver.

At first, the answer seemed simple.

Most people do not fully understand gold and silver.

But the more I reflected on that conversation, the more I realised the issue runs far deeper.

The real problem is that many people have never been taught how money works.

They do not understand cash flow.
They do not understand budgeting.
They do not understand debt and income properly.
They do not always know where their money is going each month.

And without that foundation, it becomes very difficult to build intentionally, preserve wealth, and move into real assets such as gold and silver.

What stayed with me most from that conversation was a simple instruction from Robert Kiyosaki:

“Teach them.”

That has stayed with me ever since.

For me, this is about far more than buying and selling precious metals. It is about financial literacy, stewardship, responsibility, and helping people build the kind of understanding that leads to long term security and legacy.

South Africa does not only need more marketing in this space.
It needs more education.
It needs more trust.
It needs stronger voices committed to helping people understand money properly.

That is a responsibility I take seriously.

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Most people think learning about gold and silver starts with buying.

We believe it starts with vision.

At JWH Coins, we are passionate about teaching people not only about precious metals, but also about money, stewardship, and the habits that shape lasting wealth.

When you understand what you are building toward, your financial decisions become more intentional. Real wealth is built with patience, wisdom, and a long term view.

Subscribe to JWH Coins for more on gold, silver, numismatics, and financial literacy.

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🔥 SILVER KRUGERRAND GIVEAWAY (South Africa) 🇿🇦
Silver has been one of the most talked-about assets lately. To celebrate our trip to the World Money Fair in Berlin, we’re giving away a Silver Krugerrand!

✅ HOW TO ENTER (do ALL 3):
1. Subscribe to our YouTube: JWH History of Money
2. Follow our Instagram: @jwh_coins (and follow this Facebook page)
3. Comment on THIS post and tag 3 friends
4. Share this post to your Story (or share the post on your timeline)

🏁 Entries close: 31 January (SAST)
🏆 Winner announced: 1 February — from Berlin 🇩🇪
🎥 Winner selection: Winner is chosen on YouTube, then we verify they follow us on Instagram + Facebook.

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🪙 What if your “small change” was actually a time machine?

This 1950 George VI five shilling has always felt to me like a tiny time capsule. When I look at it I see a king whose story most people have forgotten, a world still healing after war, Britain and South Africa going through enormous change, railways and mines driving life and industry. All of that caught in one simple portrait and a worn silver rim.

That is why I love numismatics. Coins are not just coins, they are storytellers. Every date, inscription and scratch reminds us where we come from and quietly warns that when we forget our past we are far more likely to repeat it.

If you enjoy the stories behind the silver and you want to grow in real world money skills, I would love to have you here. Follow @JWHCoins for more of what I do every day
🪙 Coin collecting and numismatics
🥇🥈 Gold and silver and how they work
📚💰 Practical investing and financial literacy for normal people

👉 Follow @JWHCoins and keep history and your financial future in your own hands

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Silver has been one of the best-performing assets in South Africa this year — up between 47% and 50% in rand value.

While the rand continues to lose buying power and inflation eats into savings, silver and gold are showing what real wealth looks like. These aren’t just commodities — they are stores of value that have protected wealth for centuries.

In this video, we talk about why silver is outperforming, what this means for South Africans, and how ordinary people can start building real financial independence through tangible assets like silver and gold.

At JWH Coins, through the Wealth Legacy Movement, we’re helping people understand the principles of financial literacy, wealth preservation, and generational legacy building.

If you’re serious about protecting what you earn and learning how to make your money work for you, this is the place to start.

📚 Learn. Diversify. Preserve. Build your legacy with real assets.

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THIS IS A MUST WATCH FOR SOUTH AFRICANS!

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Have a look at this beautiful video showcasing the Bloemfontein Coin Show🎉

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Bloemfontein Coin Show 2025 ✨🪙
This past weekend Bloemfontein came alive with collectors, investors, and history lovers. From rare South African coins and commemoratives to powerful conversations about gold, silver, and legacy — this year’s show reminded us why numismatics is so special.

We’re grateful to everyone who visited our stand, connected with us, and stamped a memory of their own with the limited-edition Bloemfontein coin featuring Paul Kruger & the rose 🌹.

📸 Swipe through the pictures to see:
• Rare coins & Krugerrands on display
• Collectors and dealers from across South Africa
• Special highlights from the Bloemfontein Coin Show 2025

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