1kg, South Africa, 2022, Silver, Big Five II - Lion

Silver Kilo – 2022 Big Five: Lion

South African Mint:  The South African Mint is recognized as a trailblazer in modern bullion coinage, having introduced the world’s first modern gold bullion coin—the Krugerrand—in 1967. Since then, the Mint has continually evolved its offerings, expanding across sizes, metals, and thematic designs.

Big Five Series II – The Lion

The celebrated Big Five series was launched in 2019, starting with the Elephant, followed by the Lion, Rhino, Leopard, and Buffalo—each released at six-month intervals. In 2021, the series began its second iteration, Big Five Series II, once again starting with a redesigned Elephant and continuing the sequence with a new Lion design in 2022.  The series honors Africa’s legendary wildlife, known as the “Big Five”—a term originally coined by big game hunters to identify the five most dangerous animals to hunt on foot: the Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Rhinoceros, and Buffalo. Today, the term serves as a powerful symbol of African wildlife and conservation.

A Majestic Milestone: 1 Kilogram of Silver

This release marks the second 1 kg silver coin ever issued by the South African Mint. Struck in .999 fine silver, it showcases the Lion—a creature revered across African cultures as a symbol of strength, leadership, and nobility.  With commanding detail and lifelike artistry, this coin captures the Lion’s power and poise, embodying the spirit of the wild.

Design Credits – South African Mint:

• Paul Botes – Die-sinker / Engraver
• J.A. Geldenhuys – Artist
• R.C. Stone – Designer

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