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South African Gold Coins
Buy South African gold coins from BullionByPost. The Republic of South Africa has existed in its current form since gaining independence from Great Britain in 1931. A culturally diverse country, South Africa is home to multiple languages and religions, but racial, political and economic turmoil has been a key issue for the country over the past century.
The Rand was introduced in 1961 following the change to decimal coinage and a move away from the pound, but there are Pond (Pound) coins issued many years before - with some even from before the Union of South Africa in 1909/1910.
Below is our selection of South African gold coins, including these older gold currency coins, proof collectables, to modern bullion releases like the classic Krugerrand. All prices shown include fully insured delivery. Need help buying a South African gold coin? Call our friendly staff on 0121 634 8060 or email support@bullionbypost.co.uk and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
2017 1/2oz Krugerrand Gold Coin
from £1,640
2023 1/2oz Krugerrand Gold Coin
from £1,632
2024 1/2oz Krugerrand Gold Coin
from £1,632
2001 1/2oz Natura Oryx Gold Proof Coin Boxed
from £1,741
2025 Elephant Gold Coin Big Five Series 1oz
from £3,179
from £3,173
1oz Gold Bar Rand Refinery Minted
from £3,092
2000 1oz Natura Gold Coin Sable Boxed
from £3,758
1974 Krugerrand Gold Coin 1oz NGC MS66
from £3,283
1978 Krugerrand Gold Coin 1oz NGC MS66
from £3,283
from £3,318
from £3,398
from £3,388
from £3,378
1995 1oz Natura Gold Coin Rhinoceros
from £3,477
2013 Protea 1oz Gold Coin Nelson Mandela
from £3,360
from £3,338
from £3,962
from £3,423
from £3,773
from £3,448
from £3,373
South African Gold Coin History
One of the oldest places in which human history can be traced, South Africa has the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the ‘Cradle of Humankind.' As European powers expanded South Africa was first colonised by the Dutch in the 1600s, and by the British in 1795. Over the course of the next century the Zulu and Boer Wars were fought over territory in South Africa.
There are two mints in South Africa: The Rand Refinery and the South African Mint. By law only the South African Mint is allowed to produce legal tender, but the gold is supplied to them by the Rand Refinery. Gold South African coins vary from the older Pond (pound) coins, to more recent commemorative coins.
The Krugerrand was the first modern bullion ounce coin intended for investment, and at one time was the most popular bullion coin in the world. The design remains popular today, and Krugerrands are often sold at low premiums, making them a great choice for investment.
