Krugerrand 1oz Silver Coin - different years | margin scheme
Products in BU- quality may have milk spots, small inclusions and scratches. Circulated products from older vintages may be tarnished. These are not defects.
Rand Refinery
Rand Refinery (Pty) Ltd, located in Germiston, South Africa, was founded in 1920 by the Chamber of Mines. It is the world’s largest integrated single-site precious metals refinery and smelter. The refinery processes raw gold to a minimum purity of 99.5%, used for bars or as material for Krugerrand coins. It plays a central role in the global gold market. Rand Refinery is one of only five LBMA Good Delivery Referees, guaranteeing top standards in quality, purity, and sourcing.
GPSR: Rand Refinery Limited
P.O. Box 565
1400 Germiston, South Africa
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+27 (011) 418-9000
🇿🇦 Krugerrand – 1 oz Silver Coin – Different Years in clear, familiar design
The Krugerrand – 1 oz Silver Coin – mixed years belongs to the modern silver issues of South Africa’s long-established bullion program, introduced in silver in 2017. The coins offered here come from various minting years, which means that small differences in surface appearance, strike freshness, or batch-specific characteristics may occur. As with many silver bullion coins, pieces from different years may occasionally show milk spots – a well-known visual phenomenon that does not affect the structure or fineness of the metal. All coins are struck from 1 troy ounce of 999.0 fine silver and follow the classic, decades-old design language of the Krugerrand series.
The obverse features the distinct portrait of Paul Kruger, former president of the South African Republic. This portrait has remained unchanged since the launch of the Krugerrand program and forms the historical core of the series. Kruger’s profile shows clear contours, a long beard, and a calm, steady expression, rendered in a moderate relief. While the overall design stays consistent across the years, the exact sharpness and depth of the strike may vary slightly depending on the year and die condition. The surrounding inscription “SUID-AFRIKA – SOUTH AFRICA” appears in the same typography on all issues and firmly anchors the coin within South Africa’s minting tradition.
The reverse shows the springbok antelope, one of Africa’s most recognizable animals and the defining motif of the Krugerrand since 1967. The springbok is depicted in a graceful, lightly bounding posture. Its body lines are finely modelled, the head slightly lowered, and the long horns follow a clear, smooth curve. Depending on the minting year, the subtle nuances of the relief may differ—some years appear more sharply struck, others slightly softer. Nevertheless, the overall depiction always remains true to the classic design, presenting the springbok within a wide, open savanna setting.
Below the motif are the year of issue and the inscriptions indicating weight and purity, such as “1 oz FINE SILVER R1” or “FYNSILWER 1 OZ”, depending on the specific year and inscription format used. The typography is clean and structured, providing a clear frame for the motif. The name “KRUGERRAND” arcs prominently above the springbok and remains unmistakable across all versions.
The flat background of the reverse emphasizes the silhouette of the springbok. Light glides smoothly across the bright silver surface, revealing the relief differently depending on the year. The unadorned background creates a calm openness that allows the central animal motif to stand on its own without distraction.
The 1 oz format offers a balanced surface on which the design can unfold its classic effect. With mixed years, subtle variations naturally appear—small differences in sheen, strike sharpness, or surface texture. These are typical for coins minted over several years using consistent motifs but different dies.
Because this offering includes various minting years, some coins may show minor signs of age, including the familiar white patterns known as milk spots. These are material-related occurrences seen on many silver coins and do not impact the weight or purity in any way.
Despite these small differences, the overall appearance of the silver Krugerrand remains consistent across the years. The combination of historical portrait and animal motif creates a design that is both calm and unmistakably South African. The restrained modelling, clear inscriptions, and bright silver finish give the coin its timeless aesthetic.
Thus, the Krugerrand – 1 oz Silver Coin – mixed years consistently presents the iconic pairing of Paul Kruger, the springbok, and 999.0 fine silver, even if individual pieces differ slightly in detail. Taken together, the mixed years reflect both the continuity of South African coin design and the natural variations that arise from minting, handling, and storage over time.
| Metal | Silver |
| Form | Silver Coin |
| Country of Origin | South Africa |
| Manufacturer | Rand Refinery |
| Series | Krugerrand |
| Purity | 999/1000 |
| Fineweight | 31.10 gram |
| Gross Weight | 31.10 gram |
| Year of issue | Random |
| Grade | Brilliant |
| Condition | Circulated |
| Face value | 1 Rand |
| Diameter | 38.7 mm |
| Packaging | Single in Pouch |
| Packaging Unit | 25 per tube |
| Large Packaging 2 | 500 per Box |