The gold Krugerrand was initially released in 1967 by the Rand Refinery in South Africa, and has come to be one of the most renowned gold coins available to retail gold investors in the precious metals market.
Each Krugerrand gold coin features the image of Paul Kruger on the front, with a Springbok Antelope on the reverse.
The South African gold Krugrerrand is available in gold in 1 Ounce, 1/2 Ounce, 1/4 Ounce and 1/10 Ounce sizes. In 2016, due to high demand, the Rand Refinerly introduced the Krugerrand coin in silver also. This is currently only available in 1 Oz size.
The Rand Refinery also produce the Loxodonta Elephant gold bar series, which is available in 1 Ounce size.
Buy The 1/4 Oz Gold Krugerrand Coins
The ¼ oz gold Krugerrand coins were minted for the first time in 1967 as a way of marketing the gold that was being mined in South Africa. From then, the Krugerrand gold coin series has become the most popular piece of bullion in the country and the world. The ¼ oz gold coin is the largest coin in the series. The coins have a diameter of 22.06 mm and contains 91.6% pure gold. The available Krugerrand gold coins were minted in different years, but they are in brilliant uncirculated condition.
The Features of the 1/4 Oz Gold Krugerrand Coins
The ¼ oz Krugerrand gold coins are an excellent investment for new investors because the gold coins are backed by the South African Government. Apart from the Krugerrand gold coins, the South African Mint also produces the Gold Natura series. These gold coins capture South Africa’s notable animals such as lions, buffalos, rhinos, leopards and elephants among others.
The ¼ oz Krugerrand gold coins feature an impressive artwork, which makes the coins an excellent investment for investors and collectors alike. The artwork on the coins depicts Paul Kruger, an idolized leader on the front side while the rich Savanna land that characterizes South African is engraved at the back.
The Krugerrand is very popular among gold investors due to its low premium and high quality. This item is available for VAT-free Swiss storage or delivery.