2025 1oz Gold Big 5 Lion Series 3 NGC PF70

2025 1oz Gold Big 5 Lion Series 3 NGC PF70

• Fineness: .9999 Pure Gold
• Weight: 1 troy ounce
• Denomination: 5 Rand
• Mintage: Only 500 pieces worldwide

This release in the series is dedicated to the lion. The obverse features a full-body depiction of a powerful adult lion standing proudly on a rock, showcasing its dominance and strength. The inscriptions “SOUTH AFRICA,” “BIG FIVE 2025,” and the South African coat of arms complete the design.

On the reverse, two mirrored halves of a lion’s face are displayed. When placed side by side, the coins form a complete portrait of the lion; multiple coins together create the image of an entire pride. In the center are the inscriptions “FIFTY RAND,” “1 OZ,” and “Au 999.9.” A unique detail is the finely engraved Cape honey bee (Apis mellifera capensis), a native pollinator essential to the ecology of South Africa’s Cape provinces.

The African lion (Panthera leo), often referred to as the “king of animals,” is both the largest and most iconic predator on the continent. Known for its majestic presence and strength, the lion has been a powerful cultural and heraldic symbol for centuries. Its commanding roar, heard from as far as 8 kilometers away, helps communicate across its pride. Despite their dominance, lions remain vulnerable to poaching and habitat loss, with wild lifespans reaching up to 20 years.

This limited-edition 2025 Big Five III Lion Gold Coin is struck from one ounce of pure 99.99% gold in proof quality. Limited to just 500 coins worldwide.