South Sudan 2 Pounds 2015

History

Obverse. Photo © Monetnik.ru

Description

South Sudan is a landlocked country in northeastern Africa that gained its independence from Sudan in 2011 that ended Africa's longest-running civil war.

The 1 Pound coin has been released in 2016 to replace the 1 Pound banknote, and a coin for 2 Pounds has also been released at the same time as the 1 Pound coin.

Obverse	Animal (fish, bird, mammal etc.) Eagle Coat of arms South Sudan Military Spear Depicts the coat of arms of South Sudan surrounded by the country name above and the date below. The coat of arms of the Republic of South Sudan consists an African fish eagle holding a crossed spear and spade, symbolizing the people’s resolve to protect the sovereignty of their republic and work hard to feed it. The eagle is depicted as looking towards its right shoulder with wings outstretched, and it holds in its claws a scroll bearing the name of the state. The eagle signifies strength, resilience, vision, and majesty. REPUBLIC OF SOUTH SUDAN JUSTICE LIBERTY PROSPERITY REPUBLIC OF SOUTH SUDAN 2015
Reverse	Military Shield, Spear African shield with two spears, value above. 2 POUNDS
Edge	Reeded (milled)

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2015 South Sudan

KM# 5 Schön# 5

Characteristics

Material	Bi-Metallic
Ring	Bronze Plated Steel
Center	Nickel Plated Steel
Weight	8 g
Diameter	27 mm
Thickness	2.2 mm
Shape	round
Alignment	Medal
Mint	South African Mint (SA Mint)