2025 1/4oz South African Krugerrand Gold Coin

South African Krugerrand 2025 1/4oz Gold Coin

The Krugerrand is recognised as the world’s most widely held and actively traded bullion coin. Its introduction in the late 1960s coincided with South Africa producing nearly three quarters of the western world’s annual gold supply. Following the end of the Gold Standard in 1971, the Krugerrand became the primary vehicle for promoting private ownership of gold worldwide.

History and Development
Created through a collaboration between the Chamber of Mines of South Africa, the South African Reserve Bank, and the South African Mint, the Krugerrand was first issued on 3 July 1967. It also holds the distinction of being the world’s first gold coin denominated by weight in ounces.

Distinctive Features
Although classified as legal tender, the Krugerrand has never carried a face value. Instead, its worth is directly linked to the global gold price, ensuring transparency and accessibility for buyers. Struck in 22 karat gold, the coin was deliberately mass produced to make gold ownership available to ordinary people. Since its debut, more than 50 million Krugerrands of various sizes have been minted, establishing it as one of the most iconic and trusted bullion coins in circulation.