1966 Rhodesia 5 Pounds Proof Gold Coin NGC PF 63

1966 Rhodesia 5 Pounds Proof Gold Coin NGC PF 63

Bullion Exchanges is proud to offer the 1966 Rhodesia 5 Pounds Proof Gold Coin, certified NGC PF 63. Struck by the South African Mint, this scarce gold coin contains 1.1763 troy ounces of .916 fine gold and features exceptional detail with a classic proof finish. With a face value of 5 Pounds, this coin represents a significant and politically unique issue from the brief era of Rhodesian independence, making it a historically rich and collectible piece. Graded PF 63 by NGC, it offers a strong combination of rarity, gold content, and condition for collectors of world gold coinage.

Designed by Thomas Sasseen, the 1966 Rhodesia 5 Pounds Proof Gold Coin marks a pivotal moment in African history. Minted by the South African Mint for Rhodesia’s newly established national bank, this coin was issued shortly after the country's controversial Unilateral Declaration of Independence by the white minority government in November 1965. As tensions escalated into a 15-year liberation struggle, this coin became a numismatic reflection of a volatile political era. Just 3,000 pieces were struck, making it an exceptionally scarce issue tied to the legacy of a nation in transition. In 1980, Rhodesia would officially become the Republic of Zimbabwe, cementing this coin’s status as a gold artifact from a defining chapter in Southern African history

Coin Features:

• Limited mintage of 3,000
• Graded PF 63 by NGC
• Made from .916 pure gold with a weight of 1.1763 troy oz
• Denomination: 5 Pounds
• Struck by the South African Mint
• Comes in an NGC holder
• Obverse: Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right with the inscription “ELIZABETH THE SECOND”
• Reverse: Rhodesian coat of arms with inscriptions “FIVE POUNDS” and the year of issue

Bullion Exchanges carries an exceptional selection of certified gold world coins, including this 1966 Rhodesia 5 Pounds Proof Gold Coin NGC PF 63. Your order will be securely packaged and promptly shipped. For questions or additional assistance, our expert customer service team is here to help.

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