1970 1 oz South African Gold Krugerrand Coin
Product Description
Introduced in 1967, the South African Gold Krugerrand was long a dominant coin in the gold bullion industry. In fact, at one point in the 1980s, the coins represented 90% of the overall gold market. Now, BGASC has 1970 1 oz South African Gold Krugerrand Coins available to purchase online.
Highlights:
- Arrives in protective flips!
- 4th release of South African Gold Krugerrands!
- Contains 1 Troy oz of actual gold content.
- Obverse depicts Paul Kruger.
- Reverse features the Springbok antelope.
BGASC offers you the 1970 1 oz South African Gold Krugerrand Coin for purchase with a protective flip. The 1970 coin represents the fourth issue overall in the series. This collection reached its 50th anniversary in 2017, making it the longest-running series by far.
Obverse
In the obverse design of the 1970 South African Gold Krugerrand Coin is Paul Kruger. Paul Kruger is the former president of the South African Republic, serving from 1883 to 1900. He would eventually die in exile in Europe following the Second Boer War against Great Britain.
Reverse
The reverse side depicts a springbok antelope, a national symbol of South Africa, designed by Coert Steynberg. The coin does not have a denomination but is considered legal tender in South Africa.
History
From 1967 to 1979, the South African Gold Krugerrand was offered only in this 1 oz gold options. Starting in 1980, the South African Mint introduced fractional-ounce coins in the series. This new range of options included the 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz gold coins.
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Specifications
Year | 1970 |
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Mint Mark | Not Shown |
Metals Purity | 0.9167 |
Producer | South African Mint |
Thickness | 2.84 mm |
Diameter | 32.8 mm |
Inner Pack | 10 |
Outer Pack | 500 |
Condition | Circulated |
Country | South Africa |
Designer (Obverse) | Otto Schultz |
Designer (Reverse) | Coert L. Steynberg |
Edge Style | Reeded |
Product Series | South African Krugerrand |
Certificate of Authenticity | No |
Capsule Size | 32 mm |
Packaging | Plastic Flip |
Packaging Dimensions | 1.5 x 1.5 x .1 |
Metal Content | 1 Troy Ounce |
Shipping | Orders over $199 Ship Free |
Mintage | 211,018 |
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