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BIG FIVE COINS

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The Big Five series from the South African Mint is one of the most successful and sought-after coin series of recent years. These high-quality gold, silver, and platinum coins honor Africa’s five most famous wild animals - the elephant, lion, rhino, leopard, and buffalo. With their richly detailed depictions, the South African Mint brings these fascinating animals to life in an extraordinary way.
» Africa's Most Famous Wild Animals as an Exclusive Coin Series «
Since the launch of the first Big Five series, the South African Mint has been delighting collectors and investors worldwide. Each issue features intricately designed motifs, the highest minting quality, and strictly limited editions.
The series Big Five I, Big Five IIand Big Five III consistently continue the success story and offer attractive opportunities for both collectors and investors.

Big Five - Exclusive Coin Series from the South African Mint

Big Five Münzen Serie - Gold, Silber und Platin - South African Mint
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Why the Big Five Coin Series Is So Popular Around the World

The Big Five series combines the fascination of Africa's iconic wildlife with exceptional minting craftsmanship. Limited mintages, striking reliefs, and the renowned quality of the South African Mint have made these coins highly sought-after collectibles. Many releases sell out shortly after their launch and are in strong demand on the secondary market.

In addition to classic gold coins, the series also includes silver and platinum coins, as well as exclusive special editions featuring innovative minting techniques. This makes the Big Five series an excellent choice for both precious metal investors and collectors who appreciate rarity, craftsmanship, and outstanding design.

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What are the Big Five?

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The term “Big Five” originally comes from African big-game hunting and refers to the five animals that were once considered particularly challenging to hunt:

  • Elephant
  • Lion
  • Rhinoceros
  • Leopard
  • Buffalo


Today, the Big Five are recognized worldwide as symbols of Africa’s impressive wildlife and the protection of endangered species. The South African Mint has dedicated a separate coin issue to each of these animals, featuring striking designs and finely crafted details.

1 oz Gold Coin - Big Five I - Elephant - 2019
1 oz Gold Coin - Big Five I - Lion - 2019
1 oz Gold Coin - Big Five I - Rhino - 2020
1 oz Gold Coin - Big Five I - Leopard - 2020
1 oz Gold Coin - Big Five I - Buffalo - 2021

South African Mint

Top-quality coins from South Africa

The South African Mint enjoys an outstanding reputation worldwide for its precision, quality, and innovation. Each Big Five coin features exquisite engravings, three-dimensional reliefs, and modern minting techniques that impressively highlight the animals’ distinctive characteristics.

In addition to their exceptional design, collectors benefit from strictly limited editions, official certificates, and international demand, which has made the series one of the most popular modern coin collections for years.

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Official Distributor of the South African Mint

As an official distributor of the South African Mint, EMK offers you an extensive selection from the Big Five series. We offer the latest releases, sought-after collector’s editions, and select precious metal coins directly from one of the world’s most renowned mints.

Discover the Big Five series in gold, silver, and platinum now and secure exceptional coins featuring fascinating animal motifs and the highest minting quality.
Official distributor of the South African Mint
Big Five coins in gold, silver and platinum
Limited collector's editions
Latest releases available from the official launch date

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about the Big Five Series

What is the Big Five Series?

The Big Five Series is a coin collection issued by the South African Mint. It features Africa's five most iconic wild animals – Elephant, Lion, Rhino, Leopard and Buffalo – and is available in gold, silver and platinum.

When was the Big Five Series introduced?

The first Big Five Series was released by the South African Mint in 2019. Due to its international success, it was followed by Big Five II and Big Five III, featuring new and highly detailed designs of Africa's famous wildlife.

Who mints the Big Five coins?

The Big Five coins are minted by the South African Mint, one of the world's leading mints and a renowned producer of investment and collector coins.

What makes the Big Five Series so special?

The Big Five Series combines stunning wildlife designs with exceptional minting quality and limited mintages. Produced in gold, silver and platinum by the internationally renowned South African Mint, the series is highly sought after by both collectors and investors.

Where can I buy Big Five coins?

As an official distributor of the South African Mint, EMK offers a comprehensive selection of Big Five coins, including the latest releases, limited collector editions and premium gold, silver and platinum coins.

Are Big Five coins suitable for collectors and investors?

Yes. Big Five coins appeal to both collectors and investors. Collectors value their intricate designs, limited mintages and premium quality, while investors appreciate the precious metal content and the international reputation of the South African Mint.

Which precious metals are available in the Big Five Series?

The Big Five Series is available in:
Depending on the release, the series is available in various denominations and finishes.

Are Big Five coins available in different finishes?

Yes. Depending on the edition, Big Five coins are issued in different finishes and denominations. In addition to classic bullion coins, the South African Mint also offers premium collector editions with exceptional craftsmanship and limited mintages.

What is the difference between Big Five I, Big Five II and Big Five III?

The Big Five series is available in several collections. Following Big Five I (2019), the strong demand led to the release of Big Five II and Big Five III, each featuring new designs of the popular wildlife motifs.
Each series showcases Africa's five iconic wild animals – the elephant, lion, rhinoceros, leopard, and buffalo. The collections differ in their designs, years of issue, denominations, and minting finishes.
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BIG FIVE COINS

» Big Five Series - Coins in Gold, Silver and Platinum « 
The Big Five series from the South African Mint is one of the most successful and sought-after coin series of recent years. These high-quality gold, silver, and platinum coins honor Africa’s five most famous wild animals - the elephant, lion, rhino, leopard, and buffalo. With their richly detailed depictions, the South African Mint brings these fascinating animals to life in an extraordinary way.
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» Africa's Most Famous Wild Animals as an Exclusive Coin Series «
Since the launch of the first Big Five series, the South African Mint has been delighting collectors and investors worldwide. Each issue features intricately designed motifs, the highest minting quality, and strictly limited editions.
The series Big Five I, Big Five II and Big Five III consistently continue the success story and offer attractive opportunities for both collectors and investors.

Our current assortment of "Big Five" coins - Gold, Silver and Platinum

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Why the Big Five Coin Series Is So Popular Around the World

The Big Five series combines the fascination of Africa's iconic wildlife with exceptional minting craftsmanship. Limited mintages, striking reliefs, and the renowned quality of the South African Mint have made these coins highly sought-after collectibles. Many releases sell out shortly after their launch and are in strong demand on the secondary market.

In addition to classic gold coins, the series also includes silver and platinum coins, as well as exclusive special editions featuring innovative minting techniques. This makes the Big Five series an excellent choice for both precious metal investors and collectors who appreciate rarity, craftsmanship, and outstanding design.

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What are the Big Five?

The term “Big Five” originally comes from African big-game hunting and refers to the five animals that were once considered particularly challenging to hunt:

  • Elephant
  • Lion
  • Rhinoceros
  • Leopard
  • Buffalo


Today, the Big Five are recognized worldwide as symbols of Africa’s impressive wildlife and the protection of endangered species. The South African Mint has dedicated a separate coin issue to each of these animals, featuring striking designs and finely crafted details.

1 oz Gold Coin - Big Five I - Elephant - 2019
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1 oz Gold Coin - Big Five I - Rhino - 2020
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South African Mint

Top-quality coins from South Africa

The South African Mint enjoys an outstanding reputation worldwide for its precision, quality, and innovation. Each Big Five coin features exquisite engravings, three-dimensional reliefs, and modern minting techniques that impressively highlight the animals’ distinctive characteristics.

In addition to their exceptional design, collectors benefit from strictly limited editions, official certificates, and international demand, which has made the series one of the most popular modern coin collections for years.

Logo South African Mint

Official Distributor of the South African Mint

As an official distributor of the South African Mint, EMK offers you an extensive selection from the Big Five series. We offer the latest releases, sought-after collector’s editions, and select precious metal coins directly from one of the world’s most renowned mints.

Discover the Big Five series in gold, silver, and platinum now and secure exceptional coins featuring fascinating animal motifs and the highest minting quality.

Official distributor of the South African Mint
Big Five coins in gold, silver and platinum
Limited collector's editions
Latest releases available from the official launch date

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about the Big Five Series

What is the Big Five Series?

The Big Five Series is a coin collection issued by the South African Mint. It features Africa's five most iconic wild animals – Elephant, Lion, Rhino, Leopard and Buffalo – and is available in gold, silver and platinum.

When was the Big Five Series introduced?

The first Big Five Series was released by the South African Mint in 2019. Due to its international success, it was followed by Big Five II and Big Five III, featuring new and highly detailed designs of Africa's famous wildlife.

Who mints the Big Five coins?

The Big Five coins are minted by the South African Mint, one of the world's leading mints and a renowned producer of investment and collector coins.

What makes the Big Five Series so special?

The Big Five Series combines stunning wildlife designs with exceptional minting quality and limited mintages. Produced in gold, silver and platinum by the internationally renowned South African Mint, the series is highly sought after by both collectors and investors.

Where can I buy Big Five coins?

As an official distributor of the South African Mint, EMK offers a comprehensive selection of Big Five coins, including the latest releases, limited collector editions and premium gold, silver and platinum coins.

Are Big Five coins suitable for collectors and investors?

Yes. Big Five coins appeal to both collectors and investors. Collectors value their intricate designs, limited mintages and premium quality, while investors appreciate the precious metal content and the international reputation of the South African Mint.

Which precious metals are available in the Big Five Series?

The Big Five Series is available in:
Depending on the release, the series is available in various denominations and finishes.

Are Big Five coins available in different finishes?

Yes. Depending on the edition, Big Five coins are issued in different finishes and denominations. In addition to classic bullion coins, the South African Mint also offers premium collector editions with exceptional craftsmanship and limited mintages.

What is the difference between Big Five I, Big Five II and Big Five III?

The Big Five series is available in several collections. Following Big Five I (2019), the strong demand led to the release of Big Five II and Big Five III, each featuring new designs of the popular wildlife motifs.
Each series showcases Africa's five iconic wild animals – the elephant, lion, rhinoceros, leopard, and buffalo. The collections differ in their designs, years of issue, denominations, and minting finishes.