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5 Cents Lion - Predator of Africa
| Issuer | South African Mint |
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| Year | 2000 |
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| Reference(s) | KM#234, Hern#WL4 |
| Obverse description | A finely detailed portrait of a male lion's head facing right, its full mane rendered with exceptional sculptural depth filling the field. The date 2000 appears in script to the upper right, while the legend SOUTH AFRICA is inscribed in boldly styled lettering across the lower field, partially obscured by the mane's sweep. The engraver's initials ALS appear in the lower right field. The composition showcases a naturalistic wildlife engraving style characteristic of the South African Mint's Predators of Africa series. |
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| Reverse description | A male and female lion depicted in low relief drinking from a water source, their forms conveyed with fluid, impressionistic lines suggestive of savanna vegetation surrounding them. The denomination 5c appears prominently in the lower central field in stylised numerals. The engraver's initials MJS are present in the field. The minimalist design contrasts with the richly detailed obverse, giving the reverse a quiet, intimate quality befitting the subject matter. |
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| Edge | Reeded |
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