South Africa – Big Five – 2019 – Platinum – Elephant – First Day of Issue – NGC PF70 UCAM

A true prestige piece of modern numismatics: This 1 oz platinum coin “Elephant” from the Big Five Series I (2019) was minted by the South African Mint in the highest proof quality (999.5/1000 platinum) and pays tribute to Africa’s largest land animal in breathtaking detail.

The specimen offered here has two absolute top attributes:

1. NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo – flawless condition with perfect contrast

2. First Day of Issue – certified directly on the first day of issue

3. NGC special label with original signature of Tumi Tsehlo , then Managing Director of the South African Mint

The obverse shows the elephant’s head in an impressive close-up, while the reverse features the innovative panoramic image that continues when several coins are placed side by side – a trademark of the Big Five series.

Special features

• Year: 2019

• Country of issue: South Africa

• Series: Big Five – Series I

• Motive: Elephant

• Material: platinum (999.5/1000)

• Weight: 1 oz (31.107 g)

• Minting quality: Proof (PF)

• Certification: NGC PF70 UCAM

• First Day of Issue

• NGC special label with original signature by Tumi Tsehlo

• Limited edition worldwide

Numismatic meaning
The Elephant was the first edition of the Big Five series and is extremely sought after in platinum. “First Day of Issue” pieces with a Tsehlo signature are particularly sought after by collectors, as they are directly associated with the management of the South African Mint. Combined with the highest grade PF70 Ultra Cameo, this specimen is among the rarest and most prestigious platinum coins of modern South Africa.

Conclusion
A unique opportunity to acquire a PF70 “First Day of Issue” copy with Tsehlo signature – absolutely top class in rarity, quality and provenance.