THE BIG FIVE III - SOUTH AFRICAN MINT
» Masterpieces of South African Coin Art in Honor of Africa's Majestic Wildlife «
The Big Five Coin Series III is an impressive collection issued by the South African Mint. This highly regarded series honors Africa's majestic “Big Five”: the elephant, the lion, the rhino, the leopard and the buffalo. Each coin in this series is an
artistically designed masterpiece that appeals to numismatic collectors, nature lovers and art enthusiasts alike. The Big Five Coin Series III continues the tradition of the first two series and offers detailed and precise depictions of these impressive
animals. Each coin features a portrait of one of the animals in impressive clarity and detail, emphasizing the fineness of the minting and the high quality of the coin.
Our current assortment of "Big Five Series II" coins - Gold, Silver and Platinum
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Item No. IBSUD26150
Mintage: 10.000
Quality: Uncirculated
Quality: Uncirculated
Price €149
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Item No. IBSUD26151
Mintage: 10.000
Quality: Uncirculated
Quality: Uncirculated
Price €145
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Item No. IBSUD26153
Mintage: 1.000
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €385
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Item No. IBSUD26152
Mintage: 1.000
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €385
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Price €1450
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Price €5295
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Item No. IBSUD25166
Mintage: 10.000
Quality: Uncirculated
Quality: Uncirculated
Price €154
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Item No. IBSUD25167
Mintage: 10.000
Quality: Uncirculated
Quality: Uncirculated
Price €145
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Item No. IBSUD25168
Mintage: 1.000
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €395
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Item No. IBSUD25169
Mintage: 1.000
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €395
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Price €845
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Price €1475
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Item No. IBSUD25173
Mintage: 100
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €3295
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Price €5395
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Item No. IBSUD25175
Mintage: 100
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €10750
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Item No. IBSUD25159
Mintage: 100
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €3395
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Item No. IBSUD24159
Mintage: 100
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €3495
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Item No. IBSUD25152
Mintage: 1.000
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €395
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Item No. IBSUD25153
Mintage: 1.000
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €395
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Price €845
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» An Ode to Nature and a Call for Conservation «
This series is not only a tribute to Africa's wildlife, but also a powerful statement for the protection and conservation of these endangered species. The Big Five Series II coins are available in a variety of precious metals including gold, silver and platinum, allowing collectors and investors to choose a coin that suits their personal preferences and financial means. Overall, the Big Five Coin Series II is an exceptional collection that combines artistic beauty, numismatic excellence and a strong commitment to conservation. It is an essential piece for any serious coin collector and a wonderful example of African culture and natural history.
The Design
Each issue of the series features a different animal from the Big Five. The South African coat of arms is depicted underneath. To the left is the country of issue "SOUTH AFRICA". To the right of the coat of arms is the name of the series "BIG FIVE" and the year of issue.
The reverse shows an enlarged section of the depiction of the animal on the design side. Two concentric circles are visible in the center. The inner circle shows the weight "1 oz". The outer circle shows the added value "FIFTY RAND", the element symbol for gold "Au" and the finess of the coin "999.9".
Big Five II gold coins Gold - 2021 to 2023:
The five proof gold coins in the Big Five II sequel series were released from 2021 to 2023. They were also issued by the South African Mint and feature the same five African animals: elephant, lion, rhinoceros, leopard and buffalo. The design of the motif sides is similar to the first series, but is characterized by independent images. The reverse has remained the same.
The reverse shows an enlarged section of the depiction of the animal on the design side. Two concentric circles are visible in the center. The inner circle shows the weight "1 oz". The outer circle shows the added value "FIFTY RAND", the element symbol for gold "Au" and the finess of the coin "999.9".
Big Five II gold coins Gold - 2021 to 2023:
The five proof gold coins in the Big Five II sequel series were released from 2021 to 2023. They were also issued by the South African Mint and feature the same five African animals: elephant, lion, rhinoceros, leopard and buffalo. The design of the motif sides is similar to the first series, but is characterized by independent images. The reverse has remained the same.
Mintages / limited quantities
Overview mintages 2019-2024
The increase in value
South Africa is rightly very proud of its extraordinary wildlife. The animals known as the "Big Five" - elephant - lion - buffalo - rhinoceros - leopard - are emblems and ambassadors of this culturally rich country. The significance of this unique coin
series is correspondingly high. Beautiful motives, perfect minting quality and very small mintages are a guarantee of solid value stability. Since its launch, the "BIG FIVE SERIES" has been one of the most spectacular and sought-after coin programs worldwide.
Gold, silver and platinum proof coins offer an attractive opportunity to invest in precious metals and at the same time exploit the potential for value appreciation due to their rarity. Their limited mintages and ornate design make them highly desirable collector's items that increase in value over time. South African coins are of interest to collectors and investors alike.
A complete collection offers many advantages. Not only does it provide a comprehensive overview of a particular theme or series, it is also always a personal sense of achievement. A good and complete collection also always has a higher collector's value and is also a sensible investment for future generations.
Gold, silver and platinum proof coins offer an attractive opportunity to invest in precious metals and at the same time exploit the potential for value appreciation due to their rarity. Their limited mintages and ornate design make them highly desirable collector's items that increase in value over time. South African coins are of interest to collectors and investors alike.
A complete collection offers many advantages. Not only does it provide a comprehensive overview of a particular theme or series, it is also always a personal sense of achievement. A good and complete collection also always has a higher collector's value and is also a sensible investment for future generations.
THE BIG FIVE III - SOUTH AFRICAN MINT
Our current assortment of "Big Five Series III" coins - Gold and Silver
34 product(s) found
Sort by:
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Item No. IBSUD26150
Mintage: 10.000
Quality: Uncirculated
Quality: Uncirculated
Price €149
In stock
2
Item No. IBSUD26151
Mintage: 10.000
Quality: Uncirculated
Quality: Uncirculated
Price €145
In stock
3
Item No. IBSUD26153
Mintage: 1.000
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €385
In stock
4
Item No. IBSUD26152
Mintage: 1.000
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €385
In stock
5
Price €1450
In stock
6
Price €5295
In stock
7
Item No. IBSUD25166
Mintage: 10.000
Quality: Uncirculated
Quality: Uncirculated
Price €154
In stock
8
Item No. IBSUD25167
Mintage: 10.000
Quality: Uncirculated
Quality: Uncirculated
Price €145
In stock
9
Item No. IBSUD25168
Mintage: 1.000
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €395
In stock
10
Item No. IBSUD25169
Mintage: 1.000
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €395
In stock
11
Price €845
In stock
12
Price €1475
In stock
13
Item No. IBSUD25173
Mintage: 100
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €3295
In stock
14
Price €5395
In stock
15
Item No. IBSUD25175
Mintage: 100
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €10750
Low stock
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Item No. IBSUD25159
Mintage: 100
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €3395
In stock
17
Item No. IBSUD24159
Mintage: 100
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €3495
In stock
18
Item No. IBSUD25152
Mintage: 1.000
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €395
In stock
19
Item No. IBSUD25153
Mintage: 1.000
Quality: Proof
Quality: Proof
Price €395
In stock
20
Price €845
Low stock
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Special features of the "BIG FIVE" Series
The Design
Each issue of the series features a different animal from the Big Five. The South African coat of arms is depicted underneath. To the left is the country of issue "SOUTH AFRICA". To the right of the coat of arms is the name of the series "BIG FIVE" and the year of issue.
The reverse shows an enlarged section of the depiction of the animal on the design side. Two concentric circles are visible in the center. The inner circle shows the weight "1 oz". The outer circle shows the added value "FIFTY RAND", the element symbol for gold "Au" and the finess of the coin "999.9".
Big Five II gold coins Gold - 2021 to 2023:
The five proof gold coins in the Big Five II sequel series were released from 2021 to 2023. They were also issued by the South African Mint and feature the same five African animals: elephant, lion, rhinoceros, leopard and buffalo. The design of the motif sides is similar to the first series, but is characterized by independent images. The reverse has remained the same.
The reverse shows an enlarged section of the depiction of the animal on the design side. Two concentric circles are visible in the center. The inner circle shows the weight "1 oz". The outer circle shows the added value "FIFTY RAND", the element symbol for gold "Au" and the finess of the coin "999.9".
Big Five II gold coins Gold - 2021 to 2023:
The five proof gold coins in the Big Five II sequel series were released from 2021 to 2023. They were also issued by the South African Mint and feature the same five African animals: elephant, lion, rhinoceros, leopard and buffalo. The design of the motif sides is similar to the first series, but is characterized by independent images. The reverse has remained the same.
Mintages / limited quantities
Overview mintages 2019-2024
The increase in value
South Africa is rightly very proud of its extraordinary wildlife. The animals known as the "Big Five" - elephant - lion - buffalo - rhinoceros - leopard - are emblems and ambassadors of this culturally rich country. The significance of this unique coin series is correspondingly high. Beautiful motives, perfect minting quality and very small mintages are a guarantee of solid value stability. Since its launch, the "BIG FIVE SERIES" has been one of the most spectacular and sought-after coin programs worldwide.
Gold, silver and platinum proof coins offer an attractive opportunity to invest in precious metals and at the same time exploit the potential for value appreciation due to their rarity. Their limited mintages and ornate design make them highly desirable collector's items that increase in value over time. South African coins are of interest to collectors and investors alike.
A complete collection offers many advantages. Not only does it provide a comprehensive overview of a particular theme or series, it is also always a personal sense of achievement. A good and complete collection also always has a higher collector's value and is also a sensible investment for future generations.
Gold, silver and platinum proof coins offer an attractive opportunity to invest in precious metals and at the same time exploit the potential for value appreciation due to their rarity. Their limited mintages and ornate design make them highly desirable collector's items that increase in value over time. South African coins are of interest to collectors and investors alike.
A complete collection offers many advantages. Not only does it provide a comprehensive overview of a particular theme or series, it is also always a personal sense of achievement. A good and complete collection also always has a higher collector's value and is also a sensible investment for future generations.

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