5 Rand (The Big Five Series I - Lion) 2019 front 5 Rand (The Big Five Series I - Lion) 2019 back
5 Rand (The Big Five Series I - Lion) 2019 photo
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5 Rand The Big Five Series I - Lion

2019 year
Silver (.999) 31.107 g 38.725 mm
Description
Issuer
South Africa
Period
Republic (1961-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2019
Value
5 Rand 5 ZAR = USD 0.29
Currency
Rand (1961-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
31.107 g
Diameter
38.725 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#175654
Rarity index
66%

Reverse

Depicting partial faces of two male lions left & right with denomination, weight and finesse in a circle in the middle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FIVE RAND
1oz
Ag999

Engraver: Paul Botes

Designers: Kotie Geldenhuys, Richard Stone

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Interesting fact

The Big Five Series I - Lion coin is part of a limited edition collection issued by the South African Mint to celebrate the country's iconic wildlife. The coin's design features a majestic lion's head, with the coin's weight and purity marked on the reverse side. The use of silver (.999) in the coin's minting process adds to its value and collectibility, making it a sought-after piece for numismatists and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2019  100 - - - - - -

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