In 2004 the South African Mint released a very special Limited Issue Prestige Natura Caracal Gold Proof 4 Coin Set all struck in solid fine 999.9 Gold and includes the 1oz, 1/2oz, 1/4oz and 1/10oz coins and is the third in the series of the Wild Cats of Africa series.
The Caracal is also known as African Lynx or Desert Lynx. Its name "Caracal" is derived from the Turkish word "Karakulak" meaning "Black Ear". The black ears, topped with long black tufts and the uniformly tawny-brown to brick-red coloured coat allows the Caracal to blend in perfectly with its desert environment.
A Caracal with a guineafowl catch is featured on the reverse and the concept repeated on the obverse. These legal tender coins have been struck to proof quality using specially prepared dies and highly polished blanks
Limited Mintage Presentation of only 700 Worldwide
Finished to South African Mint's Proof Quality in Solid Fine 999.9 Pure Gold
Natura Prestige Gold Coin Set Celebrating the Caracal
South African Mint Boxed with Certificate of Authenticity
