5 oz, South Africa, 2021, Gold, Big Five II - Elephant
South Africa, 2021, 5oz Big Five Elephant, Republic of South Africa(RSA). This coin is the first five-ounce gold piece in the Big Five range.
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Big Five II: Honouring Africa’s Iconic Wildlife
This coin marks the first design in the Big Five Series II by the South African Mint—a collection that celebrates Africa’s rich natural heritage by capturing the strength and beauty of the continent’s most iconic animals on legal tender coins.
The term “Big Five” was originally coined by big game hunters to describe the five most dangerous animals to hunt on foot in Africa: the Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Rhinoceros, and Buffalo. Over time, these species have come to symbolize the continent's unique wildlife and conservation efforts.
The Big Five series launched in 2019, beginning with the Elephant, followed by new designs every six months. The second edition of the series began in 2021, once again starting with the Elephant.
This coin is especially notable as it represents the first-ever 5 oz gold coin issued within the Big Five range.
Design credits from the South African Mint:
- Paul Botes – Die-sinker
- J.A. Geldenhuys – Artist
- R.C. Stone – Designer
Coin Specifications:
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Country |
South Africa |
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Year |
2021 |
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Value |
R50, Fifty Rand |
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Metal |
0.9999 Gold(Au) |
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Weight |
155.535g |
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Diameter |
50.000 mm |
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Thickness |
mm |
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Obverse Design |
R.C. Stone |
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Reverse Design |
Paul Botes (PB) |
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Shape |
Round |
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Last issue of series |
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Obverse |
Side view of the Elephant Two curved ornaments reminiscent of ivory tusks, the legend SOUTH AFRICA is separated from the inscription BIG FIVE 2021 by a small Coat of Arms of South Africa. Lettering: SOUTH AFRICA BIG FIVE 2021 |
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Reverse |
Two halves of the Elephant's face The reverse of this 24ct gold 5oz coin bears the same design as the rest of the Big 5 Elephant range: the reverse features two halves of the face of an elephant, which make up a full face when two of the coins are placed next to each other. Lettering: In a small circle at the centre, the mass of the coin 5 OZ is surrounded by its face value FIFTY RAND above and the composition Au 999.9 below (Au is abbreviated from Aurum and stands for "gold" in Latin), FIFTY RAND 5 OZ Au 999.9 PB(initials, at the lowest part of the rim) |
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Edge |
Reeded (no edge inscription) |
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Mintage |
Proof Mintage |
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2021 |
50 |
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The coin is issued in Proof grade only and packed in a wooden box with a certificate of Authenticity.
- Material
- Gold
- Denomination
- 5 oz
R50 - Shape
- Round
- Time
- 2000s
- Object
- Animal - Elephant