Namibia – 1995 – 100 Dollars – Miss Universe Lion – 1oz Gold – Proof – NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo

Namibia – 1995 – 100 Dollars – Miss Universe Lion – Gold – Proof – NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo – Cert 8662809-004

An exceptional gold coin from Namibia, issued in 1995 to commemorate the Miss Universe pageant in Windhoek. This color-enhanced proof coin depicts a lioness at a watering hole and features the Miss Universe logo. It is among the rarest modern African gold coins of the 1990s. The present example is in perfect condition – graded PF70 Ultra Cameo by the NGC – and boasts a deep mirror finish and impressive color contrast.

Highlights

• Namibia 1995 – Official Miss Universe Edition

• NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo in sealed holder – perfect proof preservation

• Color-enhanced image of a lioness with the Miss Universe logo

• Extremely low print run of only 500 copies worldwide

• 1 oz fine gold (.999) – rarely found in flawless condition

• Certification: NGC 8662809-004 – Verify online

• Only 3 issues with NGC PF 70 Ultra Cameo

Technical data

• Country: Republic of Namibia

• Year: 1995

• Face value: 100 dollars

• Metal: Gold .999

• Weight: 31.10 g

• Fine weight: 31.10 g (1 oz AGW)

• Diameter: 37 mm

• Embossing quality: Proof (polished plate)

• Special feature: Colorized obverse (color-enhanced)

• Mint location: South African Mint

• Mintage: 500

• Obverse: Lioness at the watering hole with Miss Universe logo and face value of 100 dollars.

• Reverse: Coat of arms of the Republic of Namibia with inscription

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