Holding both historical and cultural significance even to this day, the South African Gold Krugerrand coin is still considered a hugely popular gold product across the globe. Since its first release many years ago, this coin has been considered the worlds first modern gold bullion coin. Currently, the 1984 South African Krugerrand 1 oz Gold Coin can be purchased right here from Provident Metals.

Coin Highlights:

• Coins arrive packaged in protective plastic flips!
• Each coin is an exclusive release from the South African!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of pure gold.
• This coin has no face value, but is still a legal tender of the South African government.
• The portrait of Paul Kruger is shown on the obverse.
• The Springbok antelope is shown on the reverse.

The 1984 South African Krugerrand 1 oz Gold Coin was originally manufactured and released in fine gold by the South African Mint. Each year of release, this type of coin has featured incredibly detailed imagery on both the obverse and reverse. This coin also holds no monetary value because its legal tender denomination fluctuates with the price of gold instead of remaining fixed.

History

Back in 1967, the South African Krugerrand Coin was introduced. Since then, it has quickly become one of the most popular bullion products in the world. Since it was established, the South African Mint has been known for manufacturing exclusive gold products. The release of the Krugerrand coinwhich combines the names of former president Paul Kruger and the African rand currencywas for the purpose of marketing South African gold around the world.

Obverse

The obverse design of the 1984 South African Krugerrand 1 oz Gold Coin shows the left-facing effigy of Paul Kruger. This man was the first, as well as the only, South African president. He is best known for establishing the South African Mint in 1892, mainly to address the countrys coin shortage at the time. He also wanted to create a way for South Africa to produce their own currency.

Reverse

The reverse image on the 1984 South African Krugerrand 1 oz Gold Coin features the national animal of South Africa, which is the Springbok antelope. In the image, the antelope is seen prancing along in the wilderness. The release year, weight, and purity of the coin are also on the reverse, as well as one inscription above the antelope that reads KRUGERRAND.

Ordering

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