South Africa – Krugerrand – 2002 – Veldpond Centenary Set – 4 Gold Coins

This is the Krugerrand Veldpond Centenary Set from 2002 in Proof/PP (Proof) mint quality, consisting of 4 gold coins from 1 oz to 1/10 oz. The Veldpond set includes a silver medallion, which is partially gold-plated and shows the historical Veldpond edition from 1902. The set is completed by a beautiful wooden box and the numbered certificate. The circulation for 2002 was only 350 sets .

Front of the Krugerrand coins :

The obverse of the Krugerrand gold coin features the world-famous portrait of Paul Kruger, after whom the Krugerrand coin series is named. Paul Kruger, then President of South Africa (1883 to 1902), founded the mint from which the South African Mint emerged. The issuing country is engraved on the edge of the coin in English and Afrikaans.

Reverse of the Krugerrand coins :

The reverse of the Krugerrand gold coin features a springbok motif with a stylized South African steppe landscape in the background. The coin’s fine weight, purity, and precious metal are also depicted on the obverse. Here you will find further details about the Krugerrand 2002 Veldpond Centenary Set: Mint : SA Mint Country : South Africa Fine weight : 1.85 oz Units : 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/10 oz Fineness : 0.917 Packaging : Wooden box Year : 2002 Mintage : 350 Minting quality : Proof/PP Special feature : Silver medallion with gilt Veldpond issue 1902-2002

History of the Krugerrand Veldpond :

A collection of the Krugerrand-Veldpond was created between 1902 and 2002, commemorating the closure of the mint after the British takeover of Pretoria in 1900. The “Veldponde”, made in the wild, were replacements for the citizens’ sovereigns. These coins with the horse motif were particularly popular with the locals. However, only 986 of these coins were minted.

Description:

The 1902 gold Veldpond, also known as the “Pilgrim’s Rest Coin”, was minted by the Boers while they were fleeing the British. It was created in Pilgrims Rest, now Mpumalanga. It is similar to the pre-war German East African coins. For coin collectors, the Veld Pond is particularly valuable because of its history and rarity, especially in a set with a Veldpond commemorative medal.

KRUGER COIN – TSAR Era (1892-1902):

In 1890/91 the ZAR National Bank was allowed to open a mint in Pretoria. These coins should meet British standards. The 1892 coins from Berlin had an error in the coat of arms, which was later corrected. Otto Schultz placed his initials (OS) under Paul Kruger’s bust, visible only on certain versions. Kruger’s image has adorned the Krugerrand since 1967. Paul Kruger would have celebrated his 200th birthday on October 10, 2025. Celebrated birthday.

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