2026 South Africa 1/4 oz Proof Gold Big Five Leopard (Box & COA)

0.2500 troy oz .999 2026 Proof

The South African Mint continues its celebrated tribute to the region's iconic wildlife with this 2026 gold proof coin. Representing the fourth entry in the prestigious Big Five Series III, this release highlights the elusive and powerful leopard. The series itself, which first debuted in 2019, honors the five famous animals that symbolize the wild spirit of Southern Africa: the elephant, the lion, the leopard, the rhino, and the buffalo. Following the introduction of Series II in 2021, Series III commenced in 2024 with the elephant, leading up to this exquisite 2026 tribute. Struck from one-quarter ounce of 0.9999 fine gold, the coin features a detailed obverse depiction of a leopard poised on a rock. This side also displays the South African coat of arms, alongside the inscriptions "SOUTH AFRICA" and "BIG FIVE 2026". The reverse of the coin presents an ingenious design featuring two halves of a leopard's face. When multiple coins are placed side by side, a complete leopard portrait is revealed, showcasing the innovative artistry of the South African Mint. This legal tender coin carries a face value of 50 Rand and is limited to a mintage of 2,000 pieces.

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