1/4 oz Gold Krugerrand 2026 PP (Mintage: 2,000 | Proof)
- Iconic Design: leaping springbok
- Great Tradition: minted since 1967
- Rose Gold Shine: thanks to copper content
- Iconic DesignPresident Paul Kruger and the springbok as national animal
- Great TraditionMinted by the South African Mint in proven tradition
- Rose Gold Shine916.67/1,000 fine gold with copper for the warm hue
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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.
Only the year is new.
By its 50th anniversary in 2017, more than 60 million Krugerrands had been sold. The 2026 issue carries this story forward, in your hand and perhaps one day in the hand of someone you pass it on to.
2,000
pieces in the edition
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.
Exclusive Rarity: 1/4 Ounce Gold Krugerrand 2026 in Proof Quality
- Strictly limited: Tiny mintage of just 2,000 pieces worldwide
- Minting quality: Highest minting quality Proof
- Value appreciation opportunities: Enormous potential due to extreme limitation
- Collector's item: Exceptional rarity for discerning numismatists
- Design: Iconic design featuring Paul Kruger and the majestic Springbok
- Material: 916.67/1,000 fine gold with characteristic copper alloy
- Manufacturer: Minted by the renowned South African Mint
- Country of origin: South Africa - home of the legendary Krugerrand series
A true masterpiece of minting art awaits you! The Gold Krugerrand 2026 in the quarter-ounce version presents itself as an absolute top-tier collector's coin. With an incredibly low mintage of just 2,000 pieces worldwide, this coin is one of the most sought-after rarities of the coming year.
Perfect symbiosis of tradition and exclusivity
With this strictly limited special edition, the South African Mint has created a numismatic jewel. Crafted in the highest minting quality Proof, every detail is revealed in breathtaking brilliance. The mirror-like minting field contrasts masterfully with the matte relief elements - a visual experience that makes collectors' hearts beat faster.
"The Krugerrand is not only the world's most popular bullion coin, but in this limited edition it is a true work of art for connoisseurs and enthusiasts."
Timeless designs in perfect precision
On the obverse, Paul Kruger gazes back at us, who made history as President of the South African Republic from 1883 to 1902. His distinctive profile, framed by the inscription "SUID-AFRIKA • SOUTH AFRICA", gives the coin its unmistakable identity. The reverse is adorned with South Africa's national animal - an elegant Springbok in full motion, powerfully leaping across the African savanna.
Why this coin is an extraordinary collector's item
- Extreme rarity: With only 2,000 pieces worldwide, one of the rarest Krugerrand editions ever
- Highest quality: The Proof minting guarantees flawless perfection
- Value appreciation potential: Historically, limited Krugerrand editions have recorded impressive value gains
- Prestige object: A highlight in any discerning collection
- Elegant case: Stylish presentation in a high-quality original case
This collector's coin combines all the attributes that numismatists value: rarity, quality and timeless beauty. The gold, with a fineness of 916.67/1,000, gets its characteristic reddish-golden color from the copper alloy - a hallmark that has made the Krugerrand unmistakable since 1967.
Investment with passion
While regular gold coins primarily serve as an inflation hedge or crisis protection, this limited edition appeals above all to collectors seeking something special. The combination of the lowest mintage, perfect minting quality and the Krugerrand's worldwide reputation makes this coin an extraordinary collector's item with considerable value appreciation potential.
Secure one of the few available examples of this numismatic rarity now. With a diameter of 22 mm and a fine weight of 7.78 g of pure gold, you hold not just a piece of precious metal in your hands - it is a piece of South African history, minted for eternity.
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