Big Five III (1.) - Elephant - 2024
1/4 Oz Gold - Proof

• 1st Issue in the new Big Five III Series
• Sixth 1/4 Oz gold proof issue
• 99.99% pure Gold
• Mintage only 2,000 pieces worldwide
• With numbered Certificate of Authenticity
• Delivery in original Box

The South African Mint presents the new Big Five III Series and is continuing the success story of a coveted classic. The South African Mint's Big Five coins are among the most sought-after issues in the world. The Series also contains five coins and shows the impressive wildlife of South Africa. The animals known as the “Big Five” - elephant - lion - buffalo - rhinoceros - leopard - are regarded as emblems and ambassadors of this culturally rich country and represent the African fauna.

The first issue of the new series is the second 1/4 Oz gold proof Elephant ever released. The motive shows a full-body depiction of a full-grown elephant. The inscriptions “SOUTH AFRICA”, “BIG FIVE 2024” and the South African coat of arms are also part of the design. The reverse shows two halves of an elephant's head. If you place two of these coins next to each other, you get a complete close-up portrait of an elephant. If several of these coins are placed next to each other, a whole herd of elephants can be seen. In the center are the denomination “FIFTY RAND”, the weight “1/4OZ” and the fineness “Au 999.9”.

The African elephant (Loxodonta africana) is probably the largest and most impressive representative of the African animal kingdom and is generally regarded as a symbol of power and strength. The “gentle giant” is characterized by its excellent memory and very pronounced social behaviour. In the wild, the elephant can live up to 60 years - but the threat from poachers remains high to this day. The limited Big Five III Elephant gold coin in proof quality is limited to only 2,000 pieces worldwide and will be delivered in the original box including a numbered certificate of authenticity from the South African Mint.