1 oz Silver Big Five III Lion 2025 (Mintage: 15,000 | 2nd Design | in Blister)

- Split Lion: two coins, one image
- From South Africa: South African Mint
- Proven authenticity: with certificate
- Split LionTwo coins side by side reveal a full lion portrait
- From South AfricaMinted in South Africa, featuring the country's coat of arms
- Proven authenticityEvery coin with certificate of authenticity and 5 rand face value
- Split Lion: two coins, one image
- From South Africa: South African Mint
- Proven authenticity: with certificate
A lion steps onto the rock, roaring, its mane full and one paw raised. On 1 oz of silver, in uncirculated quality, on a blister card.
- Weight
- 1 oz silver
- Quality
- Uncirculated
- Year
- 2025

The animal side
The lion 2025 with open jaws and a full mane.
Series III shows the lion as a whole figure in motion, a symbol of strength and courage. With it come the coat of arms, “South Africa” and “Big Five 2025”.



The value side
On the value side the lion 2025 looks straight ahead.
The value side shows 2 halves of the face with eyes and long whiskers. Lay 2 coins side by side and the whole face appears; many in a row make up a whole pride.
Under the lens
What the value side of the lion 2025 shows.
The lens moves across the value side: to the centre, to the left half of the face and to a detail of the design.
In figures
Strength, weighed and measured:1 oz Silver Big Five III Lion 2025.
The series
After the elephant comes the lion 2025.
The Big Five are the lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard. Series III shows them as whole figures in motion, no longer as portraits like the first 2 series. The Big 5 line of the South African Mint has existed since 2019.
Elephant2024The first issue
Lion2025This page
Rhino2025
Leopard2026
Buffalo2026
More formats
The lion 2025 in more formats.


Strength and courage, struck:1 oz Silver Big Five III Lion 2025.
The Majestic Lion - Exclusive Collector's Coin from the Big Five Series III
- Strictly limited mintage: Only 15,000 pieces available worldwide
- Collector's potential: Exceptional value appreciation potential due to extreme rarity
- Material: Purest silver with 999/1,000 fineness
- Design: Impressive depiction of the king of the savannah
- Origin: South African Mint, South Africa
- Inflation hedge through timeless value
The new Silver Big Five coin 2025 presents itself as a truly royal collector's coin with a fascinating design of the African lion. As the second issue of Series III of this sought-after silver coins, it captivates with its extremely limited mintage of just 15,000 pieces.
Unique Design with Innovative Concept
The extraordinary design of this coin shows a majestic lion in full glory on the obverse. The reverse surprises with an innovative concept: two halves of a lion portrait that combine to form a complete image when placed side by side. With multiple coins, the impression of an entire lion pride even emerges - a fascinating detail for collectors.
Valuable Investment with Future Potential
As a rarity with impressive minting, this coin is excellently suited as crisis protection and an investment. The combination of the low mintage and the rising industrial demand for silver promises above-average value appreciation potential.
"The Big Five Series III sets new standards in coin minting, combining artistic excellence with numismatic value."
Secure Storage and Certificate of Authenticity
Each coin is delivered in a high-quality original blister pack from the South African Mint and includes a certificate of authenticity. This professional packaging not only guarantees safe storage but also underscores the authenticity of this special collector's edition.
- Tax-free sale after a one-year holding period
- Ideal for portfolio diversification
- Perfect as an investment across generations
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