2011 Natura Gold Coins – Meerkat (Nature’s Families)

The 2011 Natura Gold Coins launched the Nature’s Families series from the South African Mint, featuring the endearing meerkat family (Suricata suricatta) — beloved for their cooperative social behaviour and shared vigilance against predators. Struck in 24‑carat gold (.9999 fine) and finished to exceptional proof quality, these coins were issued in four fractional sizes (1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz and 1/10 oz) with a unified obverse design depicting meerkats in their iconic upright stance.

The finely detailed reverse designs celebrate the animals’ family life, from watchful sentries to playful foragers, making them highly collectible for both wildlife enthusiasts and coin collectors. Many of these coins remain desirable for their artistry, conservation theme and limited mintages.