Description:
The obverse features a profile of Paul Kruger, the first President of the South African Republic, surrounded by the inscriptions "SUID-AFRIKA" and "SOUTH AFRICA." The reverse depicts a springbok antelope, a national symbol of South Africa, designed by Coert Steynberg. The inscriptions include the year "2001" and "FYNGOUD 1 OZ FINE GOLD," denoting its gold content.
History:
First issued in 1967, the Krugerrand was designed to promote South African gold and is considered the world's first modern bullion coin. Its iconic design and gold purity have made it a favorite among collectors and investors alike.