In 1994 for the first time ever, to celebrate the Lion, the South African Mint released a very special Limited Issue Prestige Natura Lion Gold Proof 4 Coin Set all struck in solid 24 Carat Gold and includes the 1oz, 1/2oz, 1/4oz and 1/10oz coins and is part of the Natura Big 5 series.
The reverse design depicts the Lion while the obverse design shows the Buffalo defending itself against an attacking Lion . These legal tender coins have been struck to proof quality using specially prepared dies and highly polished blanks.
Limited Mintage Presentation of only 168 Worldwide
Finished to South African Mint's Proof Quality in Solid 24 Carat Gold
Natura Prestige Gold Coin Set Celebrating the Lion
