October 16, 2025
Big 5 Series Lion 1 oz Silver NGC PF70 Lion Proof NGC PF70 UC withBig Five Label
Silver Content: 1 troy oz. 999 fine pure silver. Total Weight: 1 oz (31.1 grams). Composition: 99.9% silver. Diameter: 38.7 mm. Thickness: 2.8 mm. Face Value: 5 Rand (legal tender of the Republic of South Africa). Condition: NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo (perfect proof) – flawless strike, mirrored fields, frosted devices, and no post-production flaws. Packaging: Sonic-sealed in NGC acrylic holder with exclusive Big Five Label-tamper-evident and collector-grade presentation. Mintage: Limited to 10,000 proofs; ultra-low NGC PF70 UC population for explosive collectibility! Majestic Design That Rules the Plains. Obverse: South Africa’s national coat of arms at center, flanked by “SOUTH AFRICA · SUID-AFRIKA” and “BIG FIVE 2022, ” evoking the nation’s wild heritage and the series’ safari spirit. Reverse: A powerful close-up of a male lion’s head, mane flowing like a crown as he surveys his domain from a rocky outcrop-crafted in intricate ultra high relief for lifelike depth and drama. Inscriptions include “KRUGER, ” “5 RAND, ” and “1 OZ 999 Ag, ” tying into the savanna’s untamed beauty. Launched in 2021 after the roaring success of the original Big Five series (inspired by the 1990s Natura lineup), Series II refreshes these icons with modern minting mastery. The lion, as the “King of Beasts, ” symbolizes strength and leadership, making this proof a fierce addition to the elephant opener and a prelude to the rhino, leopard, and buffalo releases. Why Claim This Pride Leader? Perfection Pedigreed: NGC PF70 UC guarantees museum-quality flawlessness-mirrored brilliance with cameo contrast that outshines standard proofs. Rarity in the Wild: With only a fraction of the 10,000 mintage achieving PF70 UC, it’s a key date with strong numismatic upside in the thriving wildlife coin market. 999 fine silver delivers bullion value, amplified by proof quality, series demand, and the Big Five Label for instant recognition and liquidity. Display Dynasty: Ideal for your safari-themed showcase, shadow box, or alongside Krugerrands-complete with NGC holder for safekeeping and bragging rights. Each coin is double-inspected for NGC authenticity and pristine PF70 condition. Questions about the series or grading? Message us-we’re your trackers in the bush! Note: Silver prices fluctuate; current spot reflected in listing. Not affiliated with the South African Mint or NGC. Images show a representative example-your coin’s cameo contrast is guaranteed PF70 UC, with the Big Five Label adding elite flair. Hear the roar-add this 2022 Silver Big Five Lion NGC PF70 to your cart and let the king reign in your collection today!
