In 2005 to celebrate the Hippopotamus, the South African Mint released a very Limited Issue Natura Hippo 10 Rand Gold Proof Coin struck in solid Fine 999.9 Gold weighing one-tenth of an ounce of pure Gold.
To continue the theme of Giants of Africa series the 2005 coins depicts the South African Hippo in all its glory.
A hippo cow and her offspring grazing on the river shore are depicted on the reverse side of this Natura Gold 1/10oz Coin together with the word 'Natura' and the denomination 'R10'. On the obverse side a portrait of a hippo is featured together with the words 'South Africa' and the year '2005'. These legal tender coins have been struck to proof quality using specially prepared dies and highly polished blanks.
Limited Mintage Presentation of 953 Worldwide
Finished to South African Mint's Proof Quality
Struck in Solid Fine 999.9 Gold Weighing One Tenth of an Ounce of Pure Gold
Natura Gold 1/10oz Coin Celebrating the Hippo
South African Mint Boxed with Certificate of Authenticity
