2026 Tristan da Cunha Proof Coin – SA Agulhas II

This coin features an ancient maritime world map showing the location of the island Tristan da Cunha to Cape Town, the nearest port to the island. Tristan da Cunha is the world’s most remote human settlement, that is highly dependant upon support from Cape Town, the mother city of South Africa. A bird's eye view of the island is depicted in the cameo at the top of the coin. Below the map, an image of the research vessel, The SA Agulhas II is featured. The SA Agulhas II is crucial for Tristan da Cunha's lifeline, serving as its primary supply ship for essential cargo (food, fuel, vehicles) and bringing visitors/specialists during its annual South African research voyage to Gough Island, offering the isolated community vital links to the outside world and a popular three-week stay for passengers before it continues its mission, making the ship's visit one of the most anticipated events on the island. The voyage serves a dual purpose: resupplying the South African weather station on Gough Island, a Tristan dependency, making the ship a regular fixture in the South Atlantic. In essence, the SA Agulhas II is more than just a ship; it's a lifeline, a connection to the world, and a significant annual event for the isolated community of Tristan da Cunha.