Description
. The awe-inspiring Cape Buffalo takes center stage as the 5th coin in the Big Five Series II, a collection launched in 2021 as a successor to the wildly successful Big Five Series I by The South African Mint. Now, BGASC presents the 2023 1 oz South African Big Five Series II Buffalo Silver Coins, available for purchase online.
Coin Highlights:
- Arrives in a blister card with a Certificate of Authenticity.
- Marks the final design in the Big Five Series II.
- Limited mintage of just 15,000 coins.
- Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 pure silver in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.
- The face value of 5 Rand (R5) is fully backed by South Africa.
- The obverse features a closeup of a Cape Buffalo alongside the South African coat of arms.
- The reverse showcases two halves of a buffalo’s face in closeup.
- Produced by the South African Mint, these coins are presented in beautifully illustrated blister cards.
Obverse:
- The obverse displays a closeup of a Cape Buffalo, accompanied by the official South African coat of arms. Inscriptions include “South Africa,” “Big Five,” and “2023.”
Reverse:
- The reverse exhibits two halves of a buffalo’s face in closeup. Inscriptions read “Five Rand” and “1 oz Ag .999.”
History:
- The South African Mint, established in 1890 by Paul Kruger, produces circulating coins on behalf of the South African Reserve Bank.
- Coin Price: R 1195.00 (Item Price Includes VAT)
