South Africa – 1997 – Krugerrand – 30th Anniversary Mintmark – Prestige Set – 4 Proof Gold Coins – 1.85 oz – Box and Certificate

South Africa – 1997 – Krugerrand – 30th Anniversary Prestige Set – 4 Gold Proof Coins – 1.85 oz

This Krugerrand Prestige Set from 1997 is the official “30th Anniversary Mint Mark Edition” of the South African Mint. The set includes all four gold denominations from 1 oz to 1/10 oz in high-quality proof minting quality and totals 1.85 oz of fine gold. This ensemble thus combines both the history of the Krugerrand and the special anniversary coinage in a single, clearly defined collector’s item.

The occasion for this issue is the 30th anniversary of the Krugerrand since its first issue in 1967. Therefore, in addition to the classic Krugerrand design, the reverse of each coin features a mint mark “30” , which highlights the anniversary. The mark is located on the right side of the field, above the numbers “97”, making the coins immediately recognizable as a 30th Anniversary Mint Mark Edition. This set differs significantly from the regular Proof editions of the same year.

In terms of design, the edition remains true to the classic lines of the Krugerrand . The front side features the well-known portrait of Paul Kruger based on a design by Otto Schultz, while the back side presents the springbok by Coert Steynberg. In combination with the additional mint mark, the complete 4-coin set appears both familiar and yet clearly marked as an anniversary edition, which is why it has a firm place in many specialized Krugerrand collections.

With a strictly limited edition of only 330 Prestige Sets worldwide, this 30th Anniversary Mint Mark Edition is one of the most sought-after special editions within the Krugerrand family. Especially in its complete form with box and all four proof coins, the set is in high demand among discerning collectors, as it forms a coherent overall package in terms of theme, history and numismatics. This prestige set is therefore ideal as a central highlight of a Krugerrand collection or as a high-quality addition to a focused South Africa selection.

Highlights

• Official South African Mint “30th Anniversary Mint Mark Edition” from 1997

• Prestige Set with 4 Gold Krugerrand Proof Coins from 1 oz to 1/10 oz

• A clearly visible mint mark “30” on all coins commemorates 30 years of the Krugerrand.

• Strictly limited edition of only 330 Prestige Sets worldwide

• Classic Krugerrand design with Paul Kruger obverse and springbok reverse

• A total of 1.85 oz of fine gold in 22 carats (916.67/1000)

Technical data

Set total

• Country: South Africa

• Year: 1997

• Series: Krugerrand

• Edition: 30th Anniversary Mint Mark Edition Prestige Set

• Metal: Gold

• Fineness: 916.67/1000 (22 carat, gold copper alloy)

• Total weight: approx. 62.77 g

• Fine weight: 1.85 oz gold (approx. 57.54 g)

• Minting quality: Proof

• Special feature: Anniversary mint mark “30” on each coin

• Mint: South African Mint in collaboration with Rand Refinery

• Designer Avers: Otto Schultz (portrait of Paul Kruger)

• Designer lapels: Coert Steynberg (springbok motif)

Set composition

• 1 oz Krugerrand Gold Proof

  • Gross weight: approx. 33.93 g

  • Fine weight: 1.00 oz gold

• 1/2 oz Krugerrand Gold Proof

  • Gross weight: approx. 16.97 g

  • Fine weight: 0.50 oz gold

• 1/4 oz Krugerrand Gold Proof

  • Gross weight: approx. 8.48 g

  • Fine weight: 0.25 oz gold

• 1/10 oz Krugerrand Gold Proof

  • Gross weight: approx. 3.39 g

  • Fine weight: 0.10 oz gold