November 16, 2025
Big 5 Buffalo NGC Proof 70 South-Africa-Mint First Day of Issue Ultra Cameo 2023
Issuer : South African Mint. Series : Big 5 Series II – Buffalo (5th & FINAL Release). Denomination : 1 Rand (South African legal tender). Weight : 1 Troy Ounce. Diameter : 38.7 mm. Finish : Proof – Mirror Fields, Frosted Devices. Grading : NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo (FLAWLESS perfection). Designation : First Day of Issue (FDI) – Graded within 24 hours of release. Mintage : ONLY 1,000 Worldwide – Among the rarest modern SA proofs! Obverse : Paul Kruger portrait, “SOUTH AFRICA”, 1 oz Ag. Reverse : Majestic Cape Buffalo charging through the African bushveld, “BIG FIVE”, “1 oz”, “2023”. Gem PF70 Ultra Cameo – NGC-certified perfect strike with maximum contrast. Mirror-like fields, razor-sharp Buffalo horns, deep cameo devices. Premium NGC slab with FDI label – Museum-quality preservation. Why This FINAL Buffalo? The Big 5 Series II concludes with the Cape Buffalo – Africa’s most dangerous game animal, known for its unpredictable ferocity and herd loyalty. This 2023 proof captures the Buffalo mid-charge with incredible 3D detail against the savanna backdrop. As the FINAL 1,000-mintage release in this legendary series (Lion, Elephant, Rhino, Leopard, Buffalo), PF70 Ultra Cameo FDI examples are top-pop trophies. Series completists and wildlife collectors know: final issues explode in value – don’t miss completing your Big 5 masterpiece!