The coin series captures the most remarkable event in the history of South Africa.The R25 (1 Oz) 24 carat gold coin depicts former President elson Mandela with the Union Buildings in the background. The R5 (1/10th Oz) 24 carat gold coin features the new South African flag with the preamble of the new South African Constitution in miniature script forming the stripes of the flag. The sterling silver R1 coin consists of a collage of South Africa's national symbols.