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- Ideal Gift: for the birth year
- Famous Design: Kruger and Springbok
- Reddish Gold Tone: thanks to copper content
- Ideal GiftWonderful for anyone born in this year
- Famous DesignPaul Kruger on the front, South Africa's national animal on the back
- Reddish Gold ToneThe alloy also makes the coin more resistant
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shareKrugerrand · 1984 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.
The South African Mint produces the bullion coins together with the Rand Refinery. The refinery in Germiston was founded in 1920 so that South Africa’s gold no longer had to be shipped to London for refining. There, refined gold is cast into strips, rolled and punched into coin blanks.
The same leap since 1967.
This issue too.
By its 50th anniversary in 2017, more than 60 million Krugerrands had been sold. The 1984 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.
31.1 g fine gold · 916.67/1,000
· Brilliant uncirculated · Coin capsule
Issuing country: South Africa. The South African Mint is a wholly owned subsidiary of the South African Reserve Bank.
1 oz Gold Krugerrand 1984: A Classic of Precious Metals Investment
The 1 oz Gold Krugerrand from the year 1984 is a magnificent example of gold coin craftsmanship, whose appeal has remained undiminished over the years. As a product of the renowned Rand Refinery in South Africa, this coin presents itself in Brilliant Uncirculated condition and impresses with its flawless design and the high quality of its minting.
- Special feature: The world's most popular gold bullion coin
- Investment goal: Inflation hedge, wealth preservation and crisis protection
- Design: The obverse depicts Paul Kruger, who was President of the South African Republic from 1883 to 1902. The reverse shows South Africa's national animal, the Springbok.
- Named after: 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 color and makes it more durable.
- Manufacturer: The coin is produced by the renowned Rand Refinery in South Africa.
- Country of origin: South Africa since 1967
Artfully designed, masterfully minted
The 1 oz Gold Krugerrand 1984 stands out for its impressive design and masterful minting. The obverse features the portrait of Paul Kruger, who went down in history as one of the most significant presidents of the South African Republic. The reverse is adorned with the image of the Springbok, South Africa's national animal and a symbol of strength and adaptability. Both designs are carefully and precisely minted, giving the coin a high aesthetic quality.
An eye-catcher for collectors and a safe investment
Although the 1 oz Gold Krugerrand 1984 is classified as new merchandise, it may show slight signs of wear. However, this does nothing to diminish its charm. On the contrary, it makes it an attractive item for collectors seeking coins with history. In addition, it is also an excellent choice for investors looking for a safe and stable-value investment. With its fineness of 916.67/1,000 and a fine weight of 31.10 g, it is one of the most valuable gold coins on the market.
A gift of lasting value
The 1 oz Gold Krugerrand 1984 is not only an excellent investment and a sought-after collector's item, but also a wonderful gift idea. Especially for people who were born in 1984 or celebrated a special event in their life that year, it is a gift of lasting value. It symbolizes not only the material value of gold, but also the appreciation and recognition of the giver.
Gold: A precious metal of timeless value
Gold has always been a symbol of wealth and permanence. It has an intrinsic value that is independent of currency fluctuations and inflation. Gold is the oldest means of payment in the world and has preserved its purchasing power over millennia. It is not only a safe haven in times of crisis, but also a solid foundation for long-term wealth building. The 1 oz Gold Krugerrand 1984 is a perfect example of the permanence and value of gold.
Conclusion
The 1 oz Gold Krugerrand 1984 is a gold coin of high quality and timeless value. It is an excellent choice for collectors, investors, and as a gift. With its beautiful minting, its historical significance, and its value stability, it is an enrichment for any coin collection and a safe haven for your wealth.
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