Big Five II (2.) - Lion - 2022
1 Oz Silver - Uncirculated

• 2nd Issue in the new Big Five II Series
• 1 Ounce 99.9% Silver
• Mintage only 15,000 pieces worldwide
• Presented in an illustrated Blistercard

With the release of the Big Five II Series, the South African Mint continues the success story of a coveted classic. Once again, the Series includes a total of five coins, all dedicated to South Africa's impressive wildlife. The animals known as the "Big Five" - Elephant - Lion - Buffalo - Rhino - Leopard - are considered emblems and ambassadors of this culturally rich country and represent the African fauna. The second issue is dedicated to the Lion. The motive shows a detailed close-up of the head of an adult lion. The inscriptions "SOUTH AFRICA", "BIG FIVE 2022" and the South African coat of arms are also part of the design. The reverse shows two halves of a lion's head. Placing two of these coins next to each other gives a full close-up portrait of a lion. When several of these coins are placed next to each other, an entire herd of lions appears. In the center, the denomination "FIVE RAND", the weight "1OZ" and the fineness "Ag 999" are shown. The African lion (Panthera leo) is the largest and most important land predator in Africa. Due to his enormous strength and graceful appearance, the lion is generally considered the "king of animals" - a term that originates from old fairy tales and fables. Since then, the feline predator has been a symbol of power and dominance and has adorned countless coats of arms and flags up to this very day. The impressive roar of the lion can be heard up to 8 kilometers away and is used for communication within the pack members. In the wild, the lion can live up to 20 years - but to this day, the threat from poachers remains great. The Big Five II Lion silver coin in uncirculated quality is limited to only 15,000 pieces worldwide and is delivered in an illustrated blistercard of the South African Mint.