South African Krugerrand gold 1 ozt

1 oz South African Gold Krugerrand, .9167 fine (22 karat) gold, 33.93 g total weight, iconic Paul Kruger and Springbok design, world’s first modern bullion coin.
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Metal TypeGold
SKU: 100005106
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Description

The 1 oz Gold Krugerrand, first issued in 1967, was the world’s first modern gold bullion coin and remains one of the most traded and recognized bullion issues globally. Containing 1 troy ounce (31.103 g) of pure gold alloyed with copper for durability (91.67% Au, 8.33% Cu), each coin has a total mass of 33.93 g, a diameter of 32.77 mm, and a thickness of 2.84 mm.

Design & Legal Tender:

  • Obverse: Portrait of President Paul Kruger, designed by Otto Schulz in 1892, with the legend “SUID‑AFRIKA·SOUTH AFRICA.”

  • Reverse: Pronking springbok antelope by Coert Steynberg (1947), with “KRUGERRAND,” the year of issue, and weight/purity inscriptions.

  • Edge: Reeded; Face Value: Not stated (legal tender under SARBA 1989).

Investment & Collectibility:

  • Durability: Copper alloy enhances scratch resistance—ideal for handling and storage.

  • Liquidity: Universally recognized and traded; easily divisible into tubes of 10 or 15.

  • Historical Significance: Pioneered the modern bullion market, accounting for over 90% of global gold coin trade by 1980.

  • Collector Appeal: Random-year coins offer both bullion value and collectible variety; proof and special‑edition issues mark milestones (e.g., 50th Anniversary Privy).

Backed by the South African Reserve Bank Act, the Krugerrand combines proven market acceptance, robust physical characteristics, and art-historical design, making it a cornerstone for both investors and collectors.

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Metal TypeGold

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More than 50 years ago, our founder, Art Arbutine, began offering rare coins at select shows and markets, while Pat Arbutine, Art's wife, cultivated a discerning eye for estate silver. From these humble beginnings, a legacy was born—rooted in a commitment to honesty, integrity and reliability.

Today, we continue to serve our clients with the same principles that guided us from the start. We curate heritage-quality pieces designed to elevate refined interiors and discerning lifestyles, always with a deep respect for craftsmanship, history, and trust.