2023 Elephant - Big Five Series 1oz Gold Coin

A 2022 Elephant 1oz gold coin from the Big Five series by the South African Rand Refinery.

The Rand Refinery has a history of producing beautiful coins themed on the wildlife of Africa, with this series depicting the 'big five' animals which hunters considered the most prestigious targets - the Lion, Rhino, Elephant, Leopard and Buffalo.

This year the coin features the African elephant, the obverse presents a beautiful elephant coming towards us, with a large detailed trunk and tusks. Beneath this is the text 'SOUTH AFRICA - BIG FIVE 2023'' and the South African coat of Arms. On the reverse is an even more interesting image showing a close-up of two elephants faces with a central circle giving the value, weight and purity (999.9).