Rwanda: African Ounce - Spotted Hyena 1 oz Silver 2026 Proof

Rwanda: African Ounce – Spotted Hyena 1 oz Silver 2026 Proof is a prestigious issue from the acclaimed African Ounce series, renowned for combining realistic depictions of wildlife with the series’ characteristic map of the continent. Struck in .999 fine silver with a Proof finish, the coin blends collector and investment appeal, and its central motif is the spotted hyena—an indispensable predator of Africa’s savannas.

The African Ounce series has attracted collectors for years with its cohesive concept—each year it showcases a different African animal while retaining the constant motif of a relief map. A renowned European mint produces the issue on behalf of the National Bank of Rwanda; the coin has legal‑tender status with a face value of 50 Rwandan francs. The mirrored fields and matte relief elements strikingly highlight the details, and the reeded edge adds a touch of elegance.

This is a proposition for nature enthusiasts as well as those building themed collections of modern bullion‑collector coins. The pronounced contrasts typical of the Proof finish make the hyena with its young appear exceptionally three‑dimensional, and the series’ recognizable layout ensures consistency with earlier years.

Obverse: Coat of arms of the Republic of Rwanda surrounded by the legend BANKI NKURU Y’U RWANDA. At the bottom, the denomination AMAFARANGA 50 MIRONGO ITANU. On the ribbons, the motto “UBUMWE – UMURIMO – GUKUNDA IGIHUGU.” Mirrored background, reeded edge.

Reverse: Relief map of Africa and a family of spotted hyenas: an adult and two young on the savanna. Around the rim inscriptions: AFRICAN OUNCE (left), 1 oz FINE SILVER 999 (lower right), and the year of issue 2026 (upper right).