In 1997 the South African Mint released a very special Limited Issue Prestige Natura Buffalo Gold Proof 4 Coin Set all struck in solid 999.9% 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 full frontal view of a Buffalo.
These legal tender coins have been struck to proof quality using specially prepared dies and highly polished blanks.

• Limited Mintage Presentation of only 500 Worldwide
  
• Finished to South African Mint's Proof Quality in Solid Fine 999.9 Pure Gold
• Natura Prestige Gold Coin Set Celebrating the Buffalo
• South African Mint Boxed with Certificate of Authenticity