Why order this GEM Proof 2017 South Africa Proof 1 oz. Silver Krugerrand with an exclusive Krugerrand label?
Many collectors around the world are familiar with the Gold Krugerrand from South Africa. Some of this is due to the fact that the Krugerrand was the first of the modern bullion coins, they were first issued by South Africa in 1967. To mark the 50th anniversary of this historic series, the South African Mint decided to offer something new, the world's first Silver Krugerrand. Each one is made of .999 fine silver and weighs 1 Troy oz. However, the version shown here has a proof finish. Mintage of the proof is limited to just 15,000 pieces.
More detailed Krugerrand design
On both sides of this numismatic first the designs have been touched up by the South African Mint for the 50th anniversary. Both the obverse and reverse feature higher levels of detail than the originals. The obverse depicts South Africa's first President, Paul Kruger. These coins are named after him.
The reverse shows a springbok in stride. This is the national animal of South Africa. It is finely detailed and a sprawling landscape can be seen in the background. A special privy mark was added for the anniversary, it is above the springbok's back.
GEM Proof with an exclusive Krugerrand label
This coin was graded by the experts at the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC). It received the grade of GEM Proof, which mean it looks like it just left the Mint. Its grade is printed on an exclusive Krugerrand label with the words "FIRST SILVER KRUGERRAND."
Add this NGC GEM Proof 2017 South Africa 1 oz. proof Silver Krugerrand with an exclusive Krugerrand label to your collection today!
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