In the fascinating world of coin collecting, certain terms are the cornerstones of the hobby. Let's dive into some common coin terms and uncover the fascination and meaning behind each one. Rare Coins : At the heart of any collection is the desire for rare coins. These are pieces that...
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What is important to know about the numismatic value of gold coins?
Gold coins have a high numismatic value due to their historical, cultural and aesthetic appeal. Numismatics deals with the study and collection of coins, and gold coins in particular have captivated collectors and investors for centuries. Apart from their intrinsic value as precious metals, gold coins embody a unique combination...
South African Krugerrand Gold – Special Krugerrand Launch Sets with Privy Marks
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...
South Africa 2010 FIFA World Cup and the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa ™ Trophy Gold Coin
FIFA (from the French: "Fédération Internationale de Football Association") Soccer World Cup 2010. World Cup was held in South Africa, marking the first time the tournament was held on the African continent. The event was held from June 11 to July 11, 2010, and 32 teams from around the world...
Buy Krugerrand – What is the cost of a Krugerrand
The value of a Krugerrand gold coin is equal to the price of gold (d. h. the value of 1 troy ounce) plus a premium. In most cases, the markup is between 3 and 5%. In addition, there are other subtleties in determining the price of each coin of this...
Collector coins from Africa
The Rand Refinery, or also South African Mint is located in Germiston, South Africa. Gold mining companies Anglo Gold Ashanti, Goldfields, DRD Gold as well as Avgold established this in 1920. The refinery today represents the wealth of South Africa, distinguished by the Krugerrand, the Natura and Protea gold coin,...
The SA Mint Natura Coins and Prestige Sets
The Natura coins were introduced in 1994 as South Africa's first fine gold coin series. These superbly minted 24-karat collectible gold coins feature a different African animal motif each year. Each collection is limited in number. In addition, the Mint issues an even smaller, exclusive number of prestige sets. These...
GRC – Gold Reef City Mint
GRC = Gold Reef City Mint is one of the founding members of the South African Association of Numismatic Dealers. The Gold Reef City Mint is licensed by Rand Refinery and is one of the largest wholesale and retail suppliers of Krugerrands in the country. The GRC Mint was one...