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1/4 Ounce Natura - Elephant
| Issuer | South African Mint |
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| Year | 1996 |
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| Currency | Natura (1994-date) |
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| Obverse description | The obverse features a finely detailed portrait of a mature bull elephant's head in three-quarter facing view, rendered with naturalistic precision against a polished field. The surrounding legend reads 'SOUTH AFRICA' with the date '1996' and the engraver's initials 'ALS' incorporated into the design. The composition is executed in high relief, emphasizing the distinctive tusks, wrinkled skin texture, and large ears characteristic of the African elephant. |
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| Edge | Reeded |
| Mint | South African Mint, Pretoria |
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