Since 1997, the SA Mint has regularly minted special editions of the Krugerrand. Unlike the usual proof coins, these special collectibles are dedicated to specific occasions, are called“launch sets” and have a very limited mintage. The total circulation mentioned above is usually divided between an international edition and a local edition. The “Local Launch Sets” or “Domestic Limited Editions” of Krugerrand are very popular worldwide. Let’s take a closer look at the launch sets and their background.
1997 Anniversary 30 years Krugerrand
1997 Anniversary 30 years Krugerrand (Edition: 630 pieces)
Krugerrand 1997 “30th Anniversary Privy Mark Edition” Set 4 Coins Gold
Krugerrand 1997 Sabi-Sabi 1oz Gold Coin
Krugerrand 1997 Sabi-Sabi 1oz Gold Coin (Mintage: 72)
The South African Mint was authorized to mint a total of 300 1-ounce Krugerrand proof coins with the Sabi Sabi mintmark in 1997, but only 72 examples of the 1997 Krugerrand coin were actually minted. This makes the 1997 Krugerrand with the Sabi Sabi mintmark the world’s most limited edition Krugerrands, which are extremely popular.
2001 Coin World Krugerrand
2001 Coin World (Oom Paul) Krugerrand (Edition: 395) The mint mark on the 1oz is an image of the old “Oom Paul” press and the CW (Coin World).
Basel Krugerrand 2002
2002 Basel Krugerrand (two different sets of 300 pieces each)
Krugerrand 2002 Mintmark Basel World Money Fair 1oz Proof Gold
The SA Mint was the “guest of honor” at the 2002 World Money Fair in Switzerland, and to commemorate this event, a special limited edition of the 2002 Basel Krugerrand was issued with only 600 pieces. On the reverse of the coin, the Privy Mark “RSA” appears under the notation “Baselstab”, indicating that these Krugerrand coins were minted at the Mint of South Africa, and the notation “Baselstab” indicates that the introduction of the limited and popular Krugerrand coins took place at the Basel Coin Congress in 2002.
2003 Cullinan Centenary Krugerrand
2003 Cullinan Centenary Krugerrand (Mintage: 498)
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of Cullinan, the SA Mint issued a special limited edition Krugerrand 2 coin set in 2003 that includes a solid 22 karat gold proof 1oz full Krugerrand with a special mintmark commemorating the Cullinan centennial and diamond mining at Cullinan, and a solid .925 sterling silver proof medallion with a genuine diamond in the medallion.
2004 Paul Kruger Centenary Krugerrand
2004 Paul Kruger Centenary Krugerrand (Mintage: 499 + 200 (International Edition – see below))
Krugerrand 2004 Launch Set President Kruger mint mark
Paul Kruger died in 1904, and the 2004 Krugerrand commemorates his death with a centennial issue in this set, with the mintmark of the statesman’s signature on the 1oz.
What sets the 2004 Paul Kruger Centenary Krugerrand apart from other Krugerrands is the signature of Paul Kruger that appears at the bottom of the bust of Paul Kruger.
Krugerrand 2004 Mintmark President Kruger 1oz Proof Gold
Krugerrand 2005 Launch Set Star (Star of Africa) from Africa Mint Mark
Krugerrand 2005 Launch Set Star of Africa Mintmark PP Gold 4 coins (Mintage: 300 (probably only 266 were issued)
This set consists of 4 coins, once of a 2005 Krugerrand 1 oz gold coin with the famous Star of Africa mint mark and three other coins. These are so-called Cullinan composite coins in units of 2/6, 10/- and 1/-, all made of aluminum alloy. The SA Mint received these historic coins from mine operator De Beers Group and the Cullinan Heritage Society specifically for this set.
The Launch Set has an extremely low mintage of 300 pieces maximum, of which only about 266 actually made it to market.
Krugerrand 2006 Introductory Set Otto Schultz Berlin Mint Mark Gold Silver
Krugerrand 2006 Launch Set Otto Schultz Berlin Mintmark Gold Silver (Edition: 500 (probably only 369 pieces were issued). This set consists of 2 coins, once from a 2006 Krugerrand 1 oz gold coin and from a silver coin of 925 Stirling silver.
The obverse of the Krugerrand gold coin shows the world-famous portrait of Paul Kruger, after whom the series of Krugerrand coins was named. Paul Kruger, then President of South Africa (1883 to 1902), founded the mint that became the South African Mint.
On the edge of the coin, the issuing country was stamped in English and Afrikaans. Below the portrait is the Berlin mint mark of this special issue and on the shoulder of the portrait is the abbreviation O.S., which stands for Otto Schultz, the engraver.
2007 40 years Krugerrand
2007 – 40th anniversary of the Krugerrand (special mintage: 395 and 40th anniversary proof set: 700)
Krugerrand 1 oz 2007 40th Anniversary NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo
The first Krugerrands were minted in 1967 and the year 2007 was the 40th anniversary of the Krugerrand. SA Mint minted the 40th Anniversary Krugerrand series to commemorate the occasion.
Krugerrand 2007 Mintmark 40th Anniversary 1oz Proof Gold (very small edition of only 395 pieces) Additional: Numbered certificate and wooden box with medal in honor of the first minting of the Krugerrand on July 03, 1967.
2008 110 years Kruger National Park
2008 110 years Kruger National Park –
Krugerrand 2008 Mintmark 110 years KNP 1oz Proof Gold Edition: 200
Areas of Kruger National Park were first protected by the government of the South African Republic in 1898, and in 1926 it became South Africa’s first national park.
To celebrate the 110th anniversary of the Kruger National Park, the South African Mint issued a limited edition Prestige Krugerrand Gold Proof 4 Coin Set in 2008, which includes 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz and 1/10 oz gold coins.
The reverse of the coins designed by Coert Steynberg depicts a springbok antelope, one of South Africa’s most famous national symbols, and the obverse of all coins features the portrait of Paul Kruger.
2009 South African Railways
Krugerrand 2009 Mintmark Train 1oz Proof Gold
To celebrate the 2650 19D Express Train, the South African Mint issued a limited edition Krugerrand Gold Proof coin in 2009, minted in solid 22 karat gold weighing one ounce of pure gold with a special 2650 19D mintmark. This set is also known as the “Express Train Set”.
The reverse of the coin, designed by Coert Steynberg, shows a springbok antelope, one of South Africa’s national symbols, and the obverse features a portrait of Paul Kruger.
Only 300 of these sets were produced.
Berlin Krugerrand 2010
In January 2010, the world’s most traded gold coin, the South African Krugerrand, was minted at the Berlin Mint. Only 600 of these Krugerrand coins were minted with a special Berlin bear, which indicates the minting location of the coin and is part of the 2010 Krugerrand Berlin Launch Set. A special commemorative silver medal, with the obverse designed by the South African Mint and the reverse by the Berlin Mint, completed the very rare Krugerrand sets.
Krugerrand 2010 Mintmark Berlin Bear 1oz Proof Gold Edition: 302
Krugerrand 2006 and 2010 Double Strike Mintmark Berlin Bear 2oz Proof Gold 2 Coins Set M intage: 85
2011 50 years first decimal coins series
2011 50 years first decimal coins series
Krugerrand 2011 Mintmark 50 Years Decimal Coin Series 1oz Proof Gold
Edition: 150
The year 1961 heralded significant changes. The Republic of South Africa was proclaimed and the country ceased to be a member of the British Commonwealth. In that year, South Africa introduced a decimal coinage system, and the currency was converted to decimal values. The pound was replaced by the new currency unit, the rand.
The bi-metal commemorative coin celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Rand by depicting the change from the imperial pound to the decimal Rand currency unit. The mint mark on the 1 oz Krugerrand shows the currency units £ and R and the words “50 YEARS”.
2012 South Africa 1 oz Gold Krugerrand 45 Years
2012 South Africa 1 oz Gold Krugerrand (45 Years),(Edition: 600)
To celebrate the 45th anniversary of its preeminent coin, the South African Republic issued this Proof Krugerrand with the laser-embossed Privy Mark “45 Years.”
2013 Coronation Anniversary Elizabeth II(Edition: 300)
South Africa 2013 Gold Krugerrand Queen Elizabeth II Coronation – 60th Anniversary
The coronation of Queen Elizabeth II took place at Westminster Abbey on June 2, 1953. Elizabeth ascended the throne at the age of 25 after her father died on February 6, 1952. The reason why the coronation took place more than a year after the death of King George VI is quite simple. It was due to tradition that such a celebration is inappropriate during the mourning period, and also due to the long time needed to prepare the coronation ceremony.
Krugerrand – 2014 – 20 years of democracy
Krugerrand – 2014 – 20 Years of Democracy – Gold – NGC PF70 UCAM (Edition: 200)
The 1 oz gold Krugerrand coin celebrates 20 years of democracy in South Africa by commemorating the first non-racial and democratic elections held in South Africa in 1994.
2015 Winston Churchill 50’th Anniversary Krugerrand (Edition: 161 with NGC PF70)
Krugerrand – 2015 – Winston Churchill – Gold – NGC PF70 UCAM
This very popular coin was dedicated to Winston Churchill. For this special vintage, the coins were minted with a corresponding mintmark: “Winston Churchill 50 years”.
Krugerrand 1 oz 2016 Gold Proof 90 years Queen Elizabeth II
Krugerrand 1 oz 2016 Gold Proof 90 Years Queen Elizabeth II (Edition: 260)
This gold coin was minted in honor of the 90th birthday of Queen Elizabeth II and therefore also bears a Privy Mark on the Springbok side (QEII 90). This coin is particularly interesting for collectors.
2017 50 years Krugerrand
Krugerrand 2017 50th Anniversary Gold NGC First Editions PF70 UCAM
This vintage is dedicated to the 50th anniversary of the Krugerrand. For this special year, the coins were minted as a Privy Mark with a corresponding “50th anniversary 1967 – 2017”.
Krugerrand 2017 50th Anniversary Prestige Set NGC First Editions 6 Gold Coins
This vintage is dedicated to the 50th anniversary of the Krugerrand. Anniversary of the Krugerrand dedicated. For this special year, the coins were minted as a Privy Mark with a corresponding “50th anniversary 1967 – 2017”. This set consists of a total of 6 coins. What makes this issue for sale special is that it has been certified by NGC as a “First Releases” issue, all graded PF69 Ultra Cameo. There are very few of these in the world.
Krugerrand 2017 Proof 1 oz 50th Anniversary Privy Mark
South Africa – Krugerrand – 1 oz Platinum Proof – 2017 – 50th Anniversary
Krugerrand 2019 D-Day Launch Set (Edition: 200)
This launch was coined by SA Mint (https://www.samint.co.za/collectable-coins/product-archives/
The set celebrates the commemoration of the seventy-fifth D-Day landings of World War II on June 6, 1944. On this day, Allied forces landed on the coast of Normandy, initiating the liberation campaign of Europe and the victory over Nazi Germany. The set consists of a 24-karat gold Krugerrand (1 ounce) with a Privy Mark on the reverse containing the Roman numerals for the year 1944. A sterling silver medallion with the names of the five beaches where ground troops landed during Operation Overlord completes the set.
Krugerrand 2020 VE-Day Proof Gold Coin (Mintage: 150)
Krugerrand 1 oz 2020 VE-Day Proof Gold Coin SA Mint South Africa
May 8, 1945 is a very special day for all times. The day that marks the end of World War 2. In English, this day is also called Victory in Europe Day, VE-Day for short. To celebrate this day and the 75th anniversary, the SA Mint has issued a very special set in 2020.
This exceptionally beautiful set contains a 2020 1 oz Gold Krugerrand Proof with a special VE-Day Privy Mark. This shows the year 1945 in Roman numerals. The beautifully designed and crafted wooden casket also includes a sterling silver medallion with the inscription “Seventy Fifth, Commemoration, Victory in Europe”. The medallion itself is designed in a style intentionally reminiscent of a military award.
South Africa Big Five 2020 – 2 coins set – Leopard – mintmark Krugerrand
South Africa Big Five 2020 – 2 coins set – Leopard – Krugerrand mint mark
The set is completed by a 1 oz 2020 Krugerrand proof with a leopard as the national emblem. Of course, an SA Mint Box and a numbered certificate are also included in the set. Of particular interest to investors and collectors is the small number of only 100 sets issued.
South Africa Big Five 2021 – 2 Coin Set – Buffalo – Krugerrand Mintmark
South Africa Big Five 2021 – 2 coins set – Buffalo – Krugerrand mint mark
The set is complemented by a 1 oz 2021 Krugerrand Proof with a buffalo as the Privy Mark. Of course, an SA Mint Box and a numbered certificate are also included in the set. Of particular interest to investors and collectors is the small number of only 100 sets issued.
South Africa Big Five 2021 – 2 Coin Set – Elephant – Krugerrand Mintmark (Edition: 100)
South Africa Big Five 2021 – 2 coins set – Elephant – Krugerrand Mint Mark
The set is completed by a 1 oz 2021 Krugerrand proof with an elephant as the national emblem. Of course, an SA Mint Box and a numbered certificate are also included in the set.
South Africa Big Five 2022 – 2 Coin Set – Lion – Krugerrand Mintmark (Edition: 100)
South Africa Big Five 2022 – 2 Coin Set – Lion – Krugerrand Mint Mark
The set is completed by a 1 oz 2022 Krugerrand Proof with a lion as the Privy Mark. Of course, an SA Mint Box and a numbered certificate are also included in the set.
