South Africa – 2011 – Natura Prestige Set – Meerkat – Proof – 4 Gold Coins – 1.85 oz – Box and COA 0221

South Africa – 2011 – Natura Prestige Set – Meerkat – Gold – Proof – 4 coins – 1.85 oz – Box and COA 0221

This high-quality Natura Prestige set from South Africa was issued by the South African Mint in 2011 and is dedicated to the meerkat , the South African animal. The issue belongs to the Natura series, one of South Africa’s most renowned modern gold coin series, and is part of the “Nature’s Families” theme. The set comprises four gold coins in the sizes 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz, containing a total of 1.85 ounces of pure gold .

The Natura series was introduced in 1994 and has since been clearly aimed at collectors of high-quality South African gold coins. While the Krugerrand is known internationally primarily as a classic investment coin, the Natura series focuses more on numismatic collecting themes, limited editions, and elaborately designed animal motifs. The 2011 issue features the meerkat, a particularly characteristic animal of southern Africa, thus combining wildlife themes, South African identity, and modern gold numismatics.

The obverse sides of the four coins depict various scenes related to the meerkat. The portrayal of a meerkat family in an African landscape is particularly striking, immediately establishing the connection to the “Nature’s Families” theme. The composition varies depending on the coin size, so the set not only contains four different denominations but also forms a cohesive thematic group.

All four coins were minted in 999.9/1000 gold and are of proof quality. This means they exhibit the typical contrast between reflective fields and matte relief areas characteristic of high-quality proof coins. The detailed design is particularly striking on the larger denominations, while the smaller denominations complete the set perfectly.

The set is offered in its original wooden case with a metal plaque. The original certificate of authenticity from the South African Mint is also included. The certificate bears the number 0221 and confirms the set’s contents. This completeness is particularly important for older Natura Prestige sets, as the case and certificate are not always preserved. Therefore, this set possesses not only material value but also a clear collector’s value within modern South African gold numismatics.

With its total fine weight of 1.85 oz gold, high-quality presentation and sought-after meerkat motif, this Natura Prestige Set is particularly suitable for collectors of South African gold coins, for lovers of the Natura series and for collections focusing on African animal motifs in gold.

Technical data

Country: South Africa
Year: 2011
Series: Natura Series
Theme series: Nature’s Families
Motif: Meerkat
Set type: Natura Prestige Set
Contents: 4 gold coins
Nominal values: R100, R50, R20, R10
Material: Gold
Fineness: 999.9/1000
Total fine weight: 1.85 oz gold
Total net weight in grams: approx. 57.55 g
Embossing quality: Polished plate
Mint: South African Mint
Included: Original case, certificate of authenticity, 4 encapsulated gold coins
COA number: 0221

Included coins

R100 – 1 oz Gold
Fine weight: 1 oz gold
Weight: 31,107 g
Fineness: 999.9/1000
Diameter: 32.69 mm
Embossing quality: Polished plate

R50 – 1/2 oz Gold
Fine weight: 1/2 oz gold
Weight: 15,553 g
Fineness: 999.9/1000
Diameter: 27.00 mm
Embossing quality: Polished plate

R20 – 1/4 oz Gold
Fine weight: 1/4 oz gold
Weight: 7.777 g
Fineness: 999.9/1000
Diameter: 22.00 mm
Embossing quality: Polished plate

R10 – 1/10 oz Gold
Fine weight: 1/10 oz gold
Weight: 3,110 g
Fineness: 999.9/1000
Diameter: 16.50 mm
Embossing quality: Polished plate