African Medallions South Africa
Explore Moon Investments’ collection of African gold and silver bullion medallions, featuring iconic wildlife, cultural symbols and distinctive South African-inspired designs.
Crafted in-house using high-purity recycled precious metals, these one-ounce medallions combine precious metal value with exceptional craftsmanship. Ideal for investors, collectors and gift buyers alike, every medallion is produced to exacting standards and supplied with proof of authenticity.
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100g Fine Gold Big 5 Medallion
R231 080,64 -


50g Fine Gold Big 5 Medallion
R117 272,00 -


10g Fine Gold Big 5 Medallion
R24 397,96 -


10g Fine Gold Rhino Medallion
R24 397,96 -


1oz Fine Gold Aum Medallion
R73 202,93 -


1oz Fine Gold Big 5 Medallion
R73 202,93 -


1oz Fine Gold Bird Medallion
R73 202,93 -


1oz Fine Gold City of Gold medallion
R73 202,93 -


1oz Fine Gold Durban Medallion
R73 202,93 -


1oz Fine Gold Namibian Medallion
R73 202,93 -


1oz Fine Gold Rhino Medallion
R73 202,93 -


1oz Fine Gold Vine Medallion
R73 202,93 -


1oz Fine Gold Whale Medallion
R73 202,93 -


1oz Fine Silver Aum Medallion
R1 265,72 -


1oz Fine Silver Big 5 Medallion
R1 265,72 -


1oz Fine Silver City of Gold medallion
R1 265,72 -


1oz Fine Silver Durban Medallion
R1 265,72 -


1oz Fine Silver Namibian Medallion
R1 265,72 -


1oz Fine Silver Rhino Medallion
R1 265,72 -


1oz Fine Silver Whale Medallion
R1 265,72 -


1oz Fine Silver Vine Medallion
R1 265,72 -


1oz Fine Silver Bird Medallion
R1 265,72
Frequently Asked Questions About African Medallions
Why buy African gold and silver medallions?
African-inspired bullion combines lasting precious metal value with distinctive artistic design. Unlike standard bullion products that focus primarily on metal content, African medallions celebrate the continent’s wildlife, heritage and natural beauty while still offering the intrinsic value of precious metals.
African medallions appeal to investors looking to diversify their precious metals holdings while also offering collectors something visually distinctive. They also make meaningful keepsakes that combine artistic design with precious metal value.
How are the African bullion medallions made?
Moon Investments manufactures every African medallion with precision and attention to detail, combining high-purity precious metals with carefully finished designs. Each piece reflects the quality expected of premium bullion products while celebrating African heritage through distinctive locally inspired designs.
Which African designs are in the collection?
Our collection includes a variety of uniquely African designs inspired by the continent’s landscapes, wildlife and cultural heritage.
Our collection currently includes:
- Big Five medallions
- Rhino medallions
- Whale medallions
- Namibian designs
- Durban designs
- Bird designs
- Vine designs
- Aum designs
Each collection showcases a different aspect of African identity, allowing buyers to choose designs that resonate personally while adding variety to their precious metals portfolio.
Gold or silver medallions: which should you choose?
Gold and silver each play a different role in many precious metals portfolios, making both worthwhile considerations depending on your investment goals.
Gold is often chosen by investors looking for long-term wealth preservation in a compact, high-value asset.
Silver offers a lower entry price, making it attractive for first-time bullion buyers and collectors looking to build their portfolio over time.
Holding both gold and silver can provide exposure to two different precious metals while allowing your collection to grow over time.
Why choose a medallion instead of a bullion bar?
Bullion bars and bullion medallions both contain high-purity precious metals, but they appeal to buyers for different reasons. Bars are often chosen for straightforward precious metal investing, while medallions combine bullion value with distinctive designs inspired by African wildlife, culture and heritage.
Many buyers choose medallions because they offer greater visual appeal, making them suitable for collecting, gifting or commemorating important occasions while still providing exposure to precious metals. For investors who appreciate craftsmanship as well as intrinsic value, African medallions offer an attractive alternative to traditional bullion bars.
Why buy African medallions from Moon Investments?
Manufactured in South Africa using high-purity precious metals, Moon Investments combines locally produced bullion with distinctive African-inspired designs, giving buyers access to medallions that are both visually striking and crafted to high standards. Secure online ordering, carefully produced precious metals and a growing collection of unique designs make Moon Investments a trusted destination for African bullion.
- Manufactured in South Africa
- High-purity gold and silver bullion
- Secure online ordering
- Proof of authenticity included
- Distinctive African wildlife and heritage-inspired designs
What are African bullion medallions?
African bullion medallions are precious metal pieces featuring designs inspired by African wildlife, culture, landmarks or heritage. They are typically valued according to their gold or silver content, purity, weight and current precious metal prices. Unlike legal tender coins, medallions are generally not issued as currency.
How can I verify the authenticity of an African bullion medallion?
Moon Investments supplies its African medallions with proof of authenticity, giving buyers confidence in the quality and origin of each piece. When purchasing bullion, always buy from a reputable dealer that clearly states the purity and specifications of its precious metal products.
What is the difference between a bullion coin and a bullion medallion?
A bullion coin is issued by an authorised mint and usually has legal tender status, even though its metal value is often much higher than its face value. A bullion medallion is not legal tender, but it can still contain investment-grade precious metal and hold value based on its weight, purity, design and market demand.
Are gold or silver medallions better for first-time investors?
Silver medallions usually have a lower entry price, which can make them more accessible for first-time buyers. Gold medallions hold more value in a smaller physical size and are often chosen for long-term wealth preservation. The right option depends on your budget, investment goals and preferred level of exposure to precious metals.
Are African medallions a good gift?
Yes. African gold and silver medallions can make meaningful gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, graduations and other milestones. They combine precious metal value with designs linked to African wildlife, culture and heritage.
How should gold and silver medallions be stored?
Gold and silver medallions should be kept in protective packaging and handled as little as possible to avoid scratches, fingerprints and surface damage. Store them in a secure, dry location such as a home safe, bank deposit box or professional bullion storage facility.
Why are one-ounce gold and silver medallions popular?
One-ounce medallions are popular because their weight is easy to understand, compare and value against current precious metal prices. They also offer a practical balance between portability, collectability and investment value.
What precious metals are African medallions available in?
Moon Investments offers African medallions in both gold and silver, with selected designs available in different weights. Availability varies by collection, allowing buyers to choose the precious metal and design that best suits their investment goals, budget or collecting interests.
Information on this page last reviewed 30 September 2026.






































