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1 Ounce Natura - Elephant
1996 year| Gold (.9999) | 31.1 g | 32.69 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1961-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Currency | Natura (1994-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 32.69 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#134744 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Herd of four elephants drinking at river
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NATURA
1 OZ Au 999.9
BH
Engraver: Brian Hartland
Edge
Finely reeded
Comment
NOTE: variety with ECW mintmark left of trunkInteresting fact
The Natura - Elephant coin, minted in 1996, was the first gold coin produced by the South African Mint to feature a unique animal species. It was also the first coin in the Natura series, which has since become a popular collection among coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 4472 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1996 ECW | 300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Ounce (Natura - Elephant) 1996 coin.
