1/4 oz Gold Krugerrand 2018 Proof (Mintage: 2,000 | incl. case)
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- Globally sought-after: minted since 1967
- Striking design: Kruger and springbok
- Durable gold: 916.67/1,000 fine
- Globally sought-afterOne of the world's most famous gold coins, from South Africa
- Striking designPresident Paul Kruger on the front, springbok on the reverse
- Durable goldCopper gives the reddish gold tone and makes it durable
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ShareKrugerrand · 2018 Issue
The leap that began in 1967.
You are looking at the side with the springbok.
Gold for the hands of ordinary people.
In the late 1960s, around three quarters of the western world’s gold came from South Africa. The Chamber of Mines wanted ordinary people, too, to be able to own gold.
With the Krugerrand, a new kind of coin came into being for this purpose: exactly one ounce of fine gold, with no face value struck on it. Its value was meant to come directly from the gold it contains.
6,012,293
Krugerrand bullion coins were issued in 1978 alone, 187 tonnes of gold in all.
A leap through history
1886
Gold on the Witwatersrand
On the Witwatersrand, the ridge of white water, rich gold deposits are discovered. South Africa’s currency is also named after it: the rand.
1947
The springbok
The sculptor Coert Steynberg draws his springbok in 1946 and 1947. It first appears in 1947 on the 5-shilling coin marking the visit of the British royal family.
1967
The first Krugerrand
On 3 July, commissioned by the South African Reserve Bank and the Chamber of Mines, the South African Mint strikes the first Krugerrand.
1980
Smaller sizes
The half ounce, the quarter ounce and the tenth ounce are added so that smaller sums can also be invested in gold.
2017
Fifty years
For the anniversary, the first silver Krugerrand appears, along with the 1/20 and 1/50 ounce in gold. For these coins, the designers go back to the original wax models and designs.
The motif
The springbok and the president
- The springbok
- South Africa’s national animal in mid-leap. The springbok owes its name to its characteristic leaps. It was designed by the sculptor Coert Steynberg.
- The aloe
- The motif includes an Aloe claviflora, one of South Africa’s best-known aloes. It grows in the dry interior of the country, where the springbok is also at home.
- Fyngoud
- Below the springbok is the fine gold content, framed by FYNGOUD in Afrikaans and FINE GOLD in English. Fyngoud means fine gold.
- Paul Kruger
- The other side shows Paul Kruger in profile. In 1883 he became president of the South African Republic, also known as the Transvaal. The portrait was created by the die engraver Otto Schultz. According to the South African Mint, it goes back to the Kruger half-crown of 1892.
- The name
- Krugerrand combines the name Kruger with the rand, South Africa’s currency.
The alloy
Eleven parts gold, one part copper
The Krugerrand is made of 22-carat gold: eleven twelfths fine gold and one twelfth copper. The copper makes the coin harder and more resistant to scratches. It also gives the coin its warm, reddish sheen.
Every coin contains its full weight in fine gold, and the copper is added on top. That is why the one-ounce coin weighs 33.93 grams and yet contains exactly one ounce of fine gold.
Proof
Placed by hand
The proof finish has accompanied the Krugerrand since the very first year of issue: in 1967, 10,000 gold Krugerrands were made in this quality.
For the 2017 anniversary, the South African Mint described its process as follows: the coins are placed by hand and struck several times at lower pressure, so that every detail is transferred flawlessly.
Each coin is then packed by hand and protected in a capsule, so that it stays just as it left the press.
The same leap since 1967.
This issue too.
By its 50th anniversary in 2017, more than 60 million Krugerrands had been sold. The 2018 issue is part of this story, and the story goes on, in your hand and perhaps one day in the hand of someone you pass it on to.
7.78 g fine gold · 916.67/1,000
· Proof · Case
Issuing country: South Africa. The South African Mint is a wholly owned subsidiary of the South African Reserve Bank.
1/4 oz Gold Krugerrand 2018 Proof: An Exclusive Collector's Item
- World's Most Popular Gold Bullion Coin: The Gold Krugerrand is one of the most well-known and sought-after bullion coins worldwide.
- Investment Purpose: Acquiring this coin serves as an inflation hedge, store of value, and crisis protection.
- Design: The coin features Paul Kruger, the former President of the South African Republic, on the obverse. The reverse depicts the springbok, South Africa's national animal.
- Named After: The name Krugerrand derives from Paul Kruger and the rand, South Africa's legal tender since 1961.
- Material / Fineness: The Krugerrand is made of gold with a fineness of 916.67/1,000. The remaining portion consists of copper, which gives the coin its characteristic reddish-gold colour and makes it more durable.
- Manufacturer: The coin is produced by the renowned Rand Refinery in South Africa.
- Country of Origin: The coin originates from South Africa and has been minted since 1967.
The 1/4 oz Gold Krugerrand 2018 Proof is an absolute rarity among collector's coins. With a strictly limited mintage of only 2,000 pieces worldwide, this coin offers significant appreciation potential for investors and collectors alike.
A Coin of the Highest Minting Quality
- Minting Quality: The highest possible minting quality, "Proof" (PP), guarantees a flawless surface and brilliant lustre.
- Strictly Limited: With a very low mintage of only 2,000 pieces worldwide, this coin is a true rarity.
- Growth Potential: Due to the strict limitation and high demand, this coin offers very high appreciation potential.
The Proof (PP) minting quality of this coin represents the highest minting quality a coin can achieve. This, combined with the strict limitation, makes the 1/4 oz Gold Krugerrand 2018 Proof a must-have for every serious Krugerrand collector.
The Advantages of Gold as an Investment
The value of gold has proven itself over the centuries and is a stable and secure investment option. Gold has never reached a value of zero, as it possesses intrinsic value. It serves as a hedge against inflation and currency risks and is recognised as a currency worldwide.
In addition to the general advantages of gold, purchasing gold coins offers further specific benefits. They are easy to handle, store, and transport, and offer high liquidity.
The 1/4 oz Gold Krugerrand 2018 Proof is an excellent way to invest in gold while simultaneously acquiring a special collector's item. With its strict limitation and high minting quality, this coin offers significant appreciation potential and is an outstanding addition to any collection or investment portfolio.
Invest in the 1/4 oz Gold Krugerrand 2018 Proof and secure a piece of the fascinating history of the Krugerrand and gold.
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