South Africa – 2019 – Krugerrand – 1oz Gold Proof – NGC PF70 UCAM – First Day of Issue – Tumi Tsehlo Signed

This 2019 South Africa 1 Krugerrand Gold Proof coin is a particularly attractive specimen for discerning collectors of modern Krugerrand issues. The coin contains exactly 1 oz of pure gold and has been certified by NGC with the top rating of PF70 Ultra Cameo. This represents the highest possible proof condition, and also features strong contrast between the mirrored fields and the frosted relief areas.

Of particular interest to collectors is the combination of the First Day of Issue, the signed label by Tumi Tsehlo, and the black NGC Retro Holder. Tumi Tsehlo was the Managing Director of the South African Mint, and his hand-signed NGC labels are a highly sought-after feature, especially on modern South African collector coins. This clearly distinguishes this piece from regularly certified Krugerrand Proof issues of the same year.

The Krugerrand has been one of the world’s most famous gold coins since 1967. While many years are primarily perceived as bullion coins, the proof editions have a significantly stronger numismatic focus. They are minted with particular care, issued in limited quantities, and therefore appeal especially to collectors who value quality, certification, presentation, and variety.

The reverse features Coert Steynberg’s famous springbok design, accompanied by the year 2019 and the inscription FYNGOUD 1 OZ FINE GOLD. The obverse depicts the portrait of Paul Kruger with the bilingual inscription SUID-AFRIKA – SOUTH AFRICA. The classic design clearly identifies the coin as a Krugerrand, while the NGC PF70 UCAM grading, the First Day of Issue label, and the Tumi Tsehlo signature underscore the special collector value of this issue. Only 77 pieces of this issue were minted, according to the NGC census.

The 2019 Proof edition of the 1 oz Gold Krugerrand was issued with a limited maximum mintage of 1,800 pieces. Combined with the perfect NGC grade PF70 Ultra Cameo, the signed label, and the black retro holder, this specimen is therefore a high-quality addition to specialized Krugerrand collections, South African collections, and modern gold coin collections focused on certified top-quality pieces.

Certification

NGC: PF70 Ultra Cameo
Label: First Day of Issue
Signature: Tumi Tsehlo, Managing Director of the South African Mint
Holder: Black NGC Retro Holder
NGC Cert: 4956669-071
Population: 77

Technical data

Country: South Africa
Year: 2019
Series: Krugerrand
Metal: Gold
Fineness: 916.7/1000
Total weight: 33.93 g
Fine weight: 1 oz gold
AGW: 1 oz
Diameter: 32.77 mm
Minting quality: Proof
Mint: South African Mint
Obverse: Portrait of Paul Kruger
Reverse: Springbok motif
Designer Avers: Otto Schultz
Designer lapel: Coert Steynberg
Certification: NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo
Label: First Day of Issue – Tumi Tsehlo Signed
Certificate number: 4956669-071