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!
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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!
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The Big Five is synonymous with South African wildlife. These magnificent animals have been intrinsically linked to South African currency since 1988 when they were first used on the South African banknote range. In 2019 the South African Mint releases for the first time a series of coins which have the Big Five as it’s theme. The so called “Big 5″ are the African Elephant, the Lion, the Rhino, the Leopard and the Buffalo. Limited Mintage of 15,000. Contains 1oz of 99.9% silver. Coin comes in blister packaging. Second release in the series. Continue Reading
The product is a 2022 5 Rand silver coin from South Africa known as The Big Five Lion. 999 fine silver coin is in its original unopened packaging, making it a desirable collectible for those interested in numismatics or South African coins. The coin showcases the majestic big five lion design, highlighting the wildlife and natural beauty of the region. A unique addition to any coin collection, especially for those interested in rare and limited edition coins. Continue Reading
The 2025 South Africa Big 5 III Lion 1oz Silver Coin is a highly sought-after collectible item housed by the NGC MS 70 FDI certification. This coin, minted by the South African Mint, features a striking proof finish and contains a substantial 1 oz of silver with a purity of Ag 999. Originating from South Africa, this coin comes with all paperwork included, making it a valuable addition to any numismatic collection. Continue Reading
The 2025 THE BIG FIVE LION SERIES III1oz SILVER coin from South Africa is a commemorative piece minted by the South African Mint. This uncirculated coin is made of 0.999 fine silver and contains 1 oz of precious metal content per unit. Graded as MS 70 by NGC, this coin features a business strike type and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. A valuable addition to any coin collection, this limited edition coin celebrates the iconic Big Five Lion and is a symbol of strength and courage. The other members of Africa’s BIG FIVE are elephant, water buffalo, leopard and rhinoceros (see pictures).
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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! Continue Reading
NGC proof of certification with actual photographs of this coin. Coin comes in a beautiful custom box that holds the slab for display and storage. TO 3,000 WORLD WIDE. The Return Of The King-South Africa’s Latest Entry In Its Second Series Of Big 5 Coins Features The Mighty Lion. Some of the world’s most dangerous wild animals live in Africa and during the 1990s, The South African Mint released its Natura series that paid tribute to the five deadliest members within this lethal rogues’ gallery. The series was a humongous success and had collectors clamoring for more. The Mint finally acquiesced and released a new Big Five series in 2019. Once again, collectors could not get enough of these limited-edition coins. And so, in 2021 the Mint began a SECOND Big Five series featuring the same animals-the Elephant, Lion, Black Rhinoceros, Leopard, and Cape Buffalo. Come Face-To-Face With The King Of Beasts. The second release in the Big Five Series II is this regal Lion, the “King of Beasts, ” struck in one Troy ounce of highly-pure 99.9% fine silver by the prestigious South African Mint-the same mint that brings us the iconic gold and silver Krugerrands. The obverse of this legal-tender 5-Rand coin depicts the imposing head of a male lion as if he’s surveying his domain high atop a rock somewhere in Africa’s vast savannah. The reverse features a unique bisected image of a lion’s profile. When multiple coins are placed side by side it creates a complete close-up portrait of a lion. If you dare, put on some thin white gloves, and trace your fingers across the rugged design. It almost feels like you’re caressing the tawny coat of a real lion! Flawless Ultra Cameo Proof Coin. In a beautiful display box. Each 2022 South Africa One-Ounce Silver Big 5 Series II Lion available in this offer has been graded by the Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) as being in flawless Proof-70 Ultra Cameo (PF70UC) condition, a distinction that means these perfectly-graded coins have ZERO imperfections-showing all features and fields exactly as the engraver and mint intended. In addition, each coin will also come sonically sealed in an acrylic holder with a black display core and encapsulated with an exclusive label that features the South African Mint’s handsome Big 5 logo. Order Now, These Coins Won’t Be “Lion” Around For Long! With strict limited edition of just 3,000 proofs, that means only a scant few of these coins are available to everyone who would like one. More than a century ago, people like Teddy Roosevelt would have donned a pith helmet and tracked down these animals as prizes for their trophy rooms. Today, people go on safaris in hopes of simply catching a glimpse of these often-endangered animals. Avoid the heat and take pride in bagging one of these coins from the comfort of your home simply by clicking it your cart! SECOND COIN IN SOUTH AFRICA’S SECOND BIG FIVE SERIES – This coin is the second release in the South African Mint’s second series of coins dedicated to “The Big Five” animals of Africa-the Elephant, Lion, Black Rhino, Leopard, and Buffalo-displaying unique portraits of these exotic creatures. INNOVATIVE EYE-CATCHING DESIGN – The obverse of this coin depicts a full-bodied image of a male lion. When multiple coins are placed side by side it creates a complete close-up portrait of a regal lion. STRUCK IN HIGHLY-PURE SILVER – Each Big 5 Series II Lion coin has been struck by the South African Mint in one ounce of highly-pure 99.9% fine silver. LEGAL-TENDER COINS – These South Africa One-Ounce Silver Big 5 Series II Lion coins are 5 Rand legal tender in South Africa and measure 38.725 mm in diameter. PERFECT PROOF CONDITION – Your 2022 South Africa One-Ounce Silver Big 5 Series II Lion has been graded by the Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) in perfect Proof-70 Ultra Cameo (PF70UC) condition. It will come in an acrylic holder with a black display core and an exclusive Big 5 label. LOW WORLDWIDE LIMITED-EDITION RELEASE – The worldwide edition limit for 2022 South Africa One-Ounce Silver Big 5 Series II Lion Proof has been set at just 3,000. Don’t let this “King” of the Big 5 animals out of your sights; bag your 2022 South Africa One-Ounce Silver Big 5 Series II Lion now before these coins escape into the hands of other collectors! 31.107 Grams – g. 1 Ounce – oz. We have zero control over these charges, and we cannot change or reduce them. Continue Reading
Mintage of only 2000 pieces. Condition: Fresh Proof coin in capsule, no box or papers included. All listings are net priced, offers are not considered. Professional Full Time Coin Dealer & Member of. Continue Reading
The product is a 2019 South African 5 Rand Big Five Lion 1 oz silver proof coin, minted by the South African Mint. The coin is composed of 0.999 fine silver and has a total precious metal content of 1 oz. This collectible coin features a striking proof finish and comes with a display, making it a valuable addition to any numismatic collection.
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