Somalia – African Wildlife: Leopard 0.5g Gold Proof Coin 2025

The African Wildlife – Leopard gold coin is an exceptional piece celebrating the wild nature of Africa. The African leopard (Panthera pardus), featured on the reverse, belongs to the family of big cats and is one of the "Big Five" game animals, alongside the lion, rhinoceros, elephant and Cape buffalo.

This coin was issued in 2025 by the Republic of Somalia and crafted from .9999 fine gold, guaranteeing its exceptional purity. It contains 0.5 grams of pure gold and has been struck using the high-quality Proof technique, typical for collectible coins.

The coin holds the status of legal tender – a valid means of payment in Somalia. Its nominal value is 10 Somali Shillings, with authenticity, purity and origin guaranteed by the issuing state.

Obverse features the official coat of arms of the Republic of Somalia. In the center are two leopards standing on their hind legs, supporting a heraldic shield. A white five-pointed star is placed on the shield, symbolizing freedom and independence. Below it, three palm leaves represent the country's natural wealth. Around the rim runs the inscription: SOMALI REPUBLIC.

Reverse shows a realistic depiction of a young leopard resting on a tree branch. At the top appears the inscription AFRICAN WILDLIFE, and at the bottom – the animal’s name: LEOPARD. To the right side is the information about weight and fineness: 0.5g Au .9999.