African Lion 1 oz Silver 2017
African lion - a carnivorous species of land mammal in the cat family. It is the only cat species to live in herds. The average herd consists of about 10 females and several males. Male lions are larger than the females and have a protective role, defending the herd from threats. Additionally, males have a thick mane that acts as a natural protection for the head and neck when fighting for territory. The 2017 coin is the third in the African Lion series, struck at Sunshine Mint in high quality Ag .999 silver. The obverse depicting the African Lion is modified each year.The obverse depicts the outline of a section of a map, which shows the borders of the Republic of Chad in the north-central part of the continent. Around the illustration are included information about the denomination, date of issue, alloy, weight and the inscription REPUBLIQUE DU TCHAD The reverse shows a hunting female, creeping among the African grasses. To the right is the inscription AFRICAN LION.Do you need help? Do you have any questions?Ask a question and we'll respond promptly, publishing the most interesting questions and answers for others. 
