5 oz Gold Odyssey of the Sky Bateleur Eagle 2025 (Mintage: 50 | Proof)
- Artistic design: every feather visible
- Mint: South African Mint
- Purest gold: fineness 999.9
- Artistic designThe lourie with lifelike, finely layered plumage
- MintStruck by the renowned South African Mint
- Purest goldHighest gold quality with 999.9 parts gold per 1,000
- Artistic design: every feather visible
- Mint: South African Mint
- Purest gold: fineness 999.9
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Odyssey of the Sky · 2025
At home in Africa.The 2025 Bateleur in 5 ounces of gold.
The Bateleur lives across much of Africa south of the Sahara and in the southwest of Arabia.
- Weight
- 5 ounces of gold
- Fineness
- 999.9/1,000
- Year
- 2025
- Investment purpose
- Collector product
The Bateleur lives across much of Africa south of the Sahara and in the southwest of Arabia.
- gold
- 5 ounces
- Fineness
- 999.9/1,000
- Year
- 2025
- Investment purpose
- Collector product
The plumage in detail
The face value 200 Rand
Weight and fineness
Eagle side
Under the loupe
Every feather of the 2025 Bateleur.
Each circle enlarges one spot of the product image on this page.
Turned over
On the side with the arms, the coat of arms of South Africa.
The gold coins are of fine gold 999.9/1,000, the silver coins of 1 and 2 ounces of silver 999/1,000.
- The year of striking
The birds of the coins
6 species, 4 continents
The coins of this world are ordered by the bird, not by the country that issues them.
- North AmericaIn August 2007 the Bald Eagle was removed from the list of endangered species in the USA.
- EuropeIn the 1960s only 30 pairs of the Spanish Imperial Eagle were left; in 2020 there were 530 to 540.
- AustraliaThe Wedge-tailed Eagle is the largest living bird of prey in Australia.
On this coin
Bateleur Terathopius ecaudatus
Red List: endangered
Martial Eagle Polemaetus bellicosus
- In this world
- on coins of the Odyssey of the Sky 2026
Red List: endangered
Wedge-tailed Eagle Aquila audax
- Range
- Australia, Tasmania, southern New Guinea
- Feature
- legs feathered down to the toes
Red List: least concern
Spanish Imperial Eagle Aquila adalberti
- Breeding range
- only the Iberian Peninsula
Red List: vulnerable
Golden Eagle Aquila chrysaetos
- In this world
- on coins from Malta and Samoa
Bald Eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus
- Size
- 71 to 96 cm, 3 to 6.3 kg
- Population
- about 200,000 mature individuals
Red List: least concern
Red List categories according to BirdLife International.
The bird
The Bateleur, at home across 23.5 million km².
Beside it in the series stands the Martial Eagle, a master of soaring flight.
Africa
Martial Eagle and Bateleur
A Martial Eagle weighs 3 to 6.2 kilograms.
Besides open grassland, the Martial Eagle also lives in wooded savanna and riverine forest.
The whole series
Bateleur 2025 and Martial Eagle 2026, side by side.
The Odyssey of the Sky of the South African Mint began in 2025 with the Bateleur, followed by the Martial Eagle in 2026. Each coin shows its face value as an R before the number, the symbol of the rand.
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At a glance
The numbers of this piece.
- Mint
- South African Mint
- Series
- Odyssey of the Sky
- Country of issue
- South Africa
- Face value
- 200 Rand
- Year
- 2025
- Quality
- proof
- Investment purpose
- Collector product
Eagles of the Continents
The sky belongs to the eagles.
From Africa to North America, captured in gold, silver, platinum and copper.
5 oz Gold Odyssey of the Sky Bateleur Eagle 2025 – A Masterpiece of Minting Art
- Strictly limited: Only 50 pieces available worldwide – an absolute rarity
- Growth opportunities: Very high value appreciation potential due to extreme rarity and high collector enthusiasm
- Rarity: Exceptionally rare collector's coin for discerning connoisseurs
- Minting quality: Highest minting quality "Proof" (PP) for perfect detail
- Design: The majestic Bateleur eagle in impressive attention to detail with artfully crafted feather textures
- Material / fineness: Purest gold with a fineness of 999.9/1,000 – the highest quality
- Manufacturer: Minted by the renowned South African Mint
- Country of origin: South Africa – home to extraordinary coin artistry
With the spectacular 5 oz Gold Odyssey of the Sky Bateleur Eagle 2025, the South African Mint presents a numismatic gem that will make collectors' hearts race. This extraordinary collector's coin combines masterful minting artistry with a strictly limited mintage of just 50 pieces worldwide.
An eagle that is making history
The Bateleur eagle, also known as the "juggler" eagle, is one of Africa's most fascinating birds of prey. On this exclusive gold coin, it is immortalized with breathtaking precision. Every single feather was crafted with the utmost precision – a true work of art that captures the beauty and power of this majestic bird. The Proof minting quality ensures a mirror-smooth surface on which every detail is perfectly showcased.
"Gold is the oldest currency in the world and has never had a value of zero – it possesses an intrinsic value that endures for millennia."
Technical perfection meets artistic brilliance
With an impressive diameter of 50 mm and a fine weight of 155.52 grams of purest gold (999.9/1,000), this coin sets new standards. The South African Mint once again demonstrates its expertise in producing extraordinary collector's items. The elaborate design features not only the magnificent Bateleur eagle but also the South African coat of arms on the obverse – a symbol of tradition and excellence.
Why this coin represents an extraordinary investment
- Extreme rarity: With a mintage limited to just 50 pieces, this coin is among the rarest issues of 2025
- Highest quality: The Proof quality guarantees flawless perfection in every detail
- Tax advantages: Profits from the sale are tax-free after a one-year holding period
- VAT exemption: Gold is exempt from VAT
- International recognition: Gold is accepted and valued as currency worldwide
This strictly limited edition is aimed at true connoisseurs and lovers of exclusive coin artistry. The value appreciation potential is considerable – comparable rarities with such low mintages have historically recorded impressive increases in value.
A legacy for generations
Gold has been shining for over 6,000 years and will never lose its lustre. As a proven store of value, it has survived every currency crisis. This exclusive coin combines the timeless fascination of the precious metal with modern minting artistry at the highest level. It is not only an investment in tangible assets, but also a work of art that can be passed down from generation to generation.
The Odyssey of the Sky series tells the story of our planet's most fascinating birds. With the Bateleur Eagle, a bird of prey is honoured that stands for freedom, strength and elegance. Its distinctive silhouette and intricately detailed plumage make it a perfect design for this extraordinary collector's coin.
Secure your copy of this numismatic rarity
With a worldwide mintage of just 50 pieces, swift action is required. This coin will captivate not only collectors but also investors who appreciate the extraordinary potential of strictly limited gold coins. The combination of the highest minting quality, extreme rarity and the timeless value of gold makes this coin a true treasure for any collection.
Trust the years of expertise of Kettner Edelmetalle and secure this unique piece of South African coin artistry. The 5 oz Gold Odyssey of the Sky Bateleur Eagle 2025 is more than just a coin – it is a statement of quality, exclusivity and the timeless fascination of gold.
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