1 Ounce Gold Krugerrand 2019 Proof (Mintage: 1,000 | incl. Case)
- Historic design: President Kruger
- South African Mint: renowned mint
- Reddish gold tone: thanks to copper content
- Historic designPaul Kruger, president 1883 to 1902, and the Springbok
- South African MintMinted in South Africa, the home country of the Krugerrand
- Reddish gold toneFineness 916.67/1,000, plus copper for extra durability
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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 2019 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.
1,000
pieces in the edition
31.1 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 oz Gold Krugerrand 2019 Proof - A Rarity with Appreciation Potential
The 1 oz Gold Krugerrand 2019 Proof is a particularly impressive example among gold coins. It was produced by the renowned South African Mint in South Africa and is a true collector's item. With an extremely low mintage of just 1,000 pieces worldwide, this coin is a rarity that offers high appreciation potential.
Highlights of this unique coin
- Strictly limited: Very low mintage of only 1,000 pieces worldwide
- Growth opportunities: Very high appreciation potential due to strict limitation and high demand
- Rare collector's coin / rarity: A true rarity due to the low mintage
- Minting quality: Highest possible minting quality "Proof"
- Design: The obverse depicts Paul Kruger, who was President of the South African Republic from 1883-1902. The reverse shows South Africa's national animal, the springbok.
- 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 South African Mint in South Africa.
The Gold Krugerrand - A Symbol of Enduring Value
This collector's coin is not only a rarity, but also a symbol of the durability of gold. Gold is the oldest currency in the world and has an intrinsic value that is recognised worldwide. The largest holders of gold in the world are the central banks, which shows that they no longer trust their own product, fiat money. Gold offers protection against political and economic crises and has been a stable and proven store of value for over 6,000 years. It has high liquidity and can easily be converted into cash.
The perfect addition to any collection
The Gold Krugerrand 2019 Proof is a perfect addition to any collection and an excellent investment object. Due to the strict limitation to only 1,000 pieces worldwide, this coin is a true rarity and has very high appreciation potential. The highest possible minting quality "Proof" underscores the special value of this coin and makes it a true highlight of any collection.
Conclusion
The 1 oz Gold Krugerrand 2019 Proof is an investment that pays off. It is not only a rarity with high appreciation potential, but also a symbol of the durability and value of gold. As the perfect addition to any collection and as a stable store of value, this coin is an excellent choice for anyone looking to invest in gold.
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