Krugerrand 1/4 Oz - Gold - Various years

1/4 Krugerrand (Gold) - A Prestigious Investment Coin

What is a 1/4 gold Krugerrand?

The 1/4 Krugerrand is a highly sought-after South African gold coin among investors and collectors. Introduced in 1980, it offers an even more accessible alternative to the 1 oz Krugerrand, while retaining its distinctive characteristics in terms of quality and prestige.

Why invest in the 1/4 oz Krugerrand?

The 1/4 oz Krugerrand offers numerous advantages for investors:

• Accessible size: Ideal for starting an investment in physical gold.
• International recognition: It belongs to one of the most well-known gold coin series in the world.
• High liquidity: Easily bought and sold on the market.
• VAT exemption: In several countries, such as Belgium, investment gold coins are exempt from VAT.
• Protection against inflation: A stable investment against economic crises.

Obverse of the 1/4 Krugerrand

The obverse of the 1/4 Krugerrand features a bust of Paul Kruger, former president of the South African Republic, facing left. This portrait was created by Otto Schultz and later adapted by engraver Tommy Sasseen.

Inscriptions:

• "SUID-AFRIKA" and "SOUTH AFRICA" (South Africa in Afrikaans and English)

Reverse of the 1/4 Krugerrand

The reverse features a running springbok antelope, a symbol of South Africa. This iconic design was created by sculptor Coert Laurens Steynberg.

Inscriptions:

• "1/4 KRUGERRAND"
• Year of issue (example: "2024")
• "FYNGOUD 1/4 OZ FINE GOLD" (Gold purity)

Characteristics of the 1/4 Krugerrand

• Country of Issue: South Africa
• Face Value: Not fixed (indexed to the gold price)
• Metal: Gold 917‰ (91.7% gold, 8.3% copper)
• Total Weight: 8.48 g
• Pure Gold Weight: 7.78 g (1/4 oz)
• Diameter: 22.0 mm
• Thickness: 1.8 mm
• Shape: Round
• Orientation: Medal alignment (↑↑)
• Minting Period: 1980 - present