¼ Ounce (Natura - Buffalo) 1997 front ¼ Ounce (Natura - Buffalo) 1997 back
¼ Ounce (Natura - Buffalo) 1997 photo
© PCGS

¼ Ounce Natura - Buffalo

1997 year
Gold (.9999) 7.78 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
South Africa
Period
Republic (1961-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1997
Currency
Natura (1994-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999)
Weight
7.78 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#344453
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Buffalo family resting

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NATURA
AM
1/4 OZ Au 999.9

Engraver: Aldrid Minnie

Edge

Fine reeding

Interesting fact

The Natura - Buffalo coin is part of a limited edition series of gold coins produced by the South African Mint in 1997. The series was designed to showcase the "Big Five" game animals of South Africa, with the buffalo being one of them. The coin's design features a majestic buffalo standing on a grassy plain, with the sun setting in the background. The coin's gold content and weight make it a valuable collector's item, and its unique design makes it a standout piece in any collection.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  2164 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Ounce (Natura - Buffalo) 1997 coin.