| | Official Emblem Medallion | Joseph S. Blatter's Signature Medallion | Zakumi Medallion |
| Mass: | 33.626 gram | 33.626 gram | 33.626 gram |
| Diameter: | 38.725 mm | 38.725 mm | 38.725 mm |
| Metal Content: | Ag 925 Cu 75 | Ag 925 Cu 75 | Ag 925 Cu 75 |
| Reverse Die-Sinker: | MD Maloka | VL Chipa | A Minnie |
| Reverse Artist: | L Guerra | L Guerra | L Guerra |
| Obverse Die-Sinker: | VL Chipa | MD Maloka | VL Chipa |
| Obverse Artist: | L Guerra | L Guerra | L Guerra |
| Maximum Mintage: | 5000 | 5000 | 5000 |
| Limited Edition: | 1000 | | |
The "Joseph S Blatter - FIFA President - Signature Set" was created in celebration of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa.
The obverse of the "signature" medallion depicts the signature of FIFA's President, Joseph S. Blatter. The reverse features the current FIFA World Cup Trophy.
FIFA was founded in 1904 and has been served by eight presidents since its foundation in 1904 and each president has played his part in the growth and development of the world's favourite game. Joseph S. Blatter had already served FIFA for 23 years when he was elected president of world football's governing body in 1998, and was re-elected in 2002 and 2007.
Since 1930, a trophy has been awarded to the winners of the FIFA World Cup. So far, two trophies have represented victory: the Jules Rimet Trophy from 1930 to 1970, and the FIFA World Cup Trophy from 1974 to the present day.
The current trophy, the FIFA World Cup Trophy, was first used in 1974 and was made of 18 carat gold with a malachite base. It depicts two human figures holding up the Earth. This trophy remains permanently in the possession of FIFA, with all past winners' names engraved on the base of the trophy. The FIFA World Cup Trophy will be presented to the winners of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa on 11 July 2010.
The official Trophy also features on the obverse of the other two medallions together with the official designation of the FIFA World Cup. On each medallion's reverse an official trademark is featured together with the slogan "KE NAKO. Celebrate Africa's Humanity."
The Official Emblem uniquely depicts the energy and vigour of the African continent. The graphic figure of a footballer strikes a resemblance to the rock-art paintings of the Khoisan people, the original inhabitants of southern Africa. The figure is shown in mid-action performing a bicycle kick - a style of play, which captures the flair of African football. The convergence of the lines forms the shape of the African continent. The lines are a metaphor representing the energy, diversity and fiery passion of South Africa's people. Featured in colour they also represent the South African flag.
Zakumi, the Official Mascot, was "born" on June 16, 1994 and presented to the public on 22 September 2008. ZAKUMI's name comes from "ZA",the country code for "South Africa", and "kumi", a word that means "10" in various African languages. His birth date coincides with a day known and celebrated as Youth Day in South Africa. The year 1994 marks the birth of democracy in South Africa, meaning that he joins the ranks of South Africa's born-free generation. He's motto is: "Zakumi's game is Fair Play". Zakumi's main priority is to turn the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa into one huge, joyful and unforgettable party and show the thousands of international guests the vibes and colours of African culture.
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