The R5 Mandela coin, released in 2008, maintains its face value of R5 according to the South African Reserve Bank (SARB), despite collectors potentially paying a premium for commemorative coins. However, some individuals believe that wellkept R5 Mandela coins can command up to R200 each, sparking a debate on its worth. SARB distinguishes between standard circulation coins, commemorative circulation coins, and collectors’ coins, with the latter’s worth dictated by the collectors’ market rather than their face value.
