2023 5oz Silver Big 5 Buffalo Series 2 MS70 Coin

2023 5oz Silver Big 5 Buffalo Series 2 MS70 Coin

The 2023 Big Five II Buffalo 5 Oz Silver Coin marks the final release in the South African Mint's highly sought-after Big Five II series. This limited-edition piece celebrates the mighty Cape buffalo, a true icon of African wildlife. With only 500 pieces minted worldwide, this coin is an exclusive and rare addition to any collection.

The obverse of the coin features an intricate, detailed close-up of an adult buffalo's head, showcasing the power and majesty of this remarkable animal. The reverse design presents two halves of the buffalo’s face, which, when placed side by side, form a full portrait of the buffalo. When multiple coins are placed together, an entire herd of buffaloes comes to life, creating a striking visual tribute to the species. The design is completed with the inscriptions "SOUTH AFRICA," "BIG FIVE 2023," and the South African coat of arms, highlighting the cultural significance of this series.

Product Highlights:

• Fineness: .999 Fine Silver
• Weight: 5 oz (155.5g)
• Denomination: 5 ZAR
• Mintage: Only 500 pieces worldwide
• Design: Features a detailed close-up of a buffalo’s head on the obverse, and two halves of the face on the reverse that form a full portrait when placed together

Struck in .999 fine silver, this coin weighs 5 ounces (155.5g) and has a diameter of 65mm. The coin is issued with a denomination of 5 ZAR (South African Rand). 

As part of the Big Five II series, the Buffalo coin highlights the strength and resilience of the African buffalo, a species once nearly driven to extinction due to hunting. Today, the buffalo’s populations have recovered, and this coin serves as a lasting tribute to the wildlife of Africa.