{"id":198517,"date":"2025-07-10T07:48:21","date_gmt":"2025-07-10T05:48:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rarecoin.store\/edelmetall-muenzen-kaufen\/suedafrika-kruegerrand-1979-1oz-proof-gold\/"},"modified":"2026-06-16T10:35:16","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T08:35:16","slug":"suedafrika-kruegerrand-1979-1oz-proof-gold","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/rarecoin.store\/en\/buy-precious-metal-coins\/south-africa-krugerrand-1979-1oz-proof-gold\/","title":{"rendered":"South Africa \u2013 Krugerrand \u2013 1979 \u2013 1oz Proof Gold"},"content":{"rendered":"

South Africa 1979 Krugerrand 1 oz Gold \u2013 Proof<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The 1979<\/strong> Krugerrand 1 oz gold proof coin<\/strong> is one of the sought-after early collector editions in the successful South African series. Struck in fine proof quality by the South African Mint<\/strong> , it combines simplicity of design with precise craftsmanship \u2013 a distinctive vintage with its own numismatic appeal. <\/p>\n

With a limited total edition of only 11,800 copies worldwide,<\/strong> this issue is not only rarely in circulation today, but is particularly valued among collectors who specifically focus on the Proof series of the 1970s.<\/p>\n

front<\/strong><\/h4>\n

At the center of the obverse is the portrait of Paul Kruger<\/strong> , the historic head of state of the South African Republic. The inscription “SUID-AFRIKA \u2013 SOUTH AFRICA”<\/em> refers to the bilingual designation of origin \u2013 a classic feature of all Krugerrand coins. <\/p>\n

back<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The stylized springbok<\/strong> , the national symbol of South Africa, is depicted in elegant motion. The motif is framed by information about the year, metal, weight, and fineness. The proof minting lends depth and clarity to the image\u2014with a strong contrast between the satin-matte relief and the reflective surface. <\/p>\n

Technical data<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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    Year:<\/strong> 1979<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Origin:<\/strong> South Africa<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Weight:<\/strong> 33.931 g (1 oz gold)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Fineness:<\/strong> 916.7 \/ 1000 (22 carats)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Diameter:<\/strong> 32.77 mm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Embossing quality:<\/strong> Proof (Proof)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Circulation:<\/strong> 11,800 copies worldwide<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Mint:<\/strong> South African Mint<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    A stylish proof edition from the late 1970s \u2013 with a collector-friendly limited edition and typical Krugerrand design. Ideal for anyone looking to complement their collection with distinctive vintages. <\/p>\n

    \ud83d\udc49 Secure now at Wasserthal RareCoin.Store \u2013 your specialist for historical gold coins in tested quality.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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