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5 Rand The Big Five Series II - African Elephant
| Issuer | South African Mint |
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| Year | 2021 |
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| Reference(s) | KM#747 |
| Obverse description | A highly detailed, close-up portrait of an African elephant fills the field, rendered in high relief with exceptional naturalistic texture across the hide, ears, and curved tusks. A small oxpecker bird is depicted perched near the elephant's trunk in the lower left, adding a characteristic element of the African savanna. The legend 'SOUTH AFRICA' arcs along the lower left rim and 'BIG FIVE 2021' along the lower right rim, separated by the South African coat of arms displayed within a recessed medallion at the base, bearing the national motto 'IKE E: /XARRA //KE' on its ribbon. The composition extends beyond the coin's border in an artistic cropped style, emphasizing the monumental scale of the subject. The overall design employs a concave or domed field to enhance the sculptural depth of the portrait. |
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| Obverse lettering | SOUTH AFRICA BIG FIVE 2021 |
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| Reverse lettering | FIVE RAND 5oz Ag 999 |
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