South African (SA) Coins are rare and valuable coins sought after by collectors all over the world. They can be exchanged for money in various international communities and financial markets. Learn more about these various SA coins and their price here.
What are SA Coins?
SA coins are value coins used as a store of wealth. These coins have a rich history behind them and with the right knowledge, can be traded just like forex and cryptocurrency. While valuable coins in other countries are rare to find thereby increasing their monetary value, SA coins are constantly being produced by the South African Mint Company.
Like other rare coins and artifacts, SA coins increase in value over time, and collectors often acquire these coins and keep them with the intent to exchange them when the market price is favorable.
Old Coins Price List
- Burgers Pond Coarse Beard (1874) – R1 million
- Burgers Pond Fine Beard (1874) – R300,000 to R700,000
- 1898 Single Pond Coin – R20 million
- Sammy Marks Tickey (1898) – R750, 000
- Kruger Double Nine Ponds (1899) – R1.5 million
- 1902 VeldPond – R150,000 to R350,000
Wanted SA Coins Price List
SA coins are considered valuable because of the materials used in making them, like silver, gold, and other measurable materials. The price value of SA coins is dependent on various factors like how rare they are, how available the coins are, the cost of the materials used in making the coins, and the level of demand.
Below is a comprehensive list of the most wanted SA coins.
1. 1902 VeldPond
The 1902 'Veldpond' struck on a hand press in the field! pic.twitter.com/yo1jcIKSSs
— International Numismatic Collectables (Pty) Ltd (@incollectables) January 24, 2014
There were only 986 pieces of the 1902 VeldPond coin made during the Boer-British war. The coins were made out of a necessity for trade between the Boers and the African tribes while the war with the British raged. Thus, asides from its monetary value, this coin is also memorabilia from the Boer-British war.
The coins were handmade, therefore, their value is highly dependent on their physical condition, with the price ranging between R150,000 to R350,000.
2. 1898 Single Pond Coin
1 Pond gold coin from the Boer government of the South African Republic in 1898/1899. One of the top 5 expensive rare coins in the world. Nicknamed 'the Single 9', was sold to a private buyer for over R20 million in 2010. pic.twitter.com/XkonuMh44D
— History of the Boers (@boershistory) March 12, 2020
This is considered one of the most expensive coins in South Africa and the world. The coin came into circulation with the arrival of the British to South Africa during the Anglo-Boer war era.
Despite being ranked one of the world’s most expensive coins, the 1898 Single Pond Coin is no longer in the market as the last piece was sold for R20 million to an undisclosed buyer.
3. Krugerrand Coin
The Krugerrand coin was jointly produced by the South African Mint and Rand Refinery and was officially released in 1967. Although different versions of the Krugerrand coin have been manufactured over the years, the newer makes still retain the original physical design which is the picture of Paul Kruger, a former South African president.
List of the Various Kruggerand Coins According to Year and Price
1. 2020 Krugerrand
Find the list and prices of the 2020 Krugerrand coins below
- 1oz Gold Proof R33,995
- 2oz R74,995
- 1oz Fine-Silver Proof R995
- 2oz Fine-Silver Proof R1,995
- 1/4oz (22ct Gold) R8,995
- 1/10oz (22ct Gold) R4,495
- 1/50oz (22ct Gold) R1,995
- The Fractional Set (5 coins) R33,995
- The Prestige Set R71,995
2. 2019 Krugerrand
The 2019 Kruggerand has the following coins
- 1oz (22ct gold) R33,995
- 1oz Fine-Silver Proof Ag 999 R995
- 1/4oz (22ct Gold) R8,995
- 1/10oz (22ct Gold) R4,495
- 1/50oz (22ct Gold) R1,395
- Fractional 5 (coin set) R33,995
- Fractional Set with Silver Set (6 coins) R32,995
- The Prestige Set (6 coins) R71,995
- The D-Day 75-Year Commemorative Set R36,995
3. 2018 Krugerrand
Here is a list of the 2018 Krugerrand coins and their prices
- 1oz Fine-Silver Proof R995
- 10z 922ct gold) R33,995
- 1/4oz (22ct Gold) R8,995
- 1/10oz (22ct Gold) R4,495
- 1/50oz (22ct Gold) R1,395
- Fractional Set (5 coins) R33,995
- Fractional Set with Silver Set (6 coins) R32,995
- Prestige Coins R71,995
4. 2017 Krugerrand 50th Anniversary
This coin was made to commemorate the 5oth anniversary of the official release of the Krugerrand coin in 1967. This single 5oz (22ct gold) coin is valued at R240,000.
4. The Big 5 Coins
South Africa prides itself in wildlife reserves and has a group of animals referred to as The Big 5. This group consists of elephants, lions, rhinoceros, leopards, and buffalos and they represent the rich culture of South Africa. Therefore, in 2019, some coins were produced and named after these animals.
The Big 5 coins not only have cultural value, but they also have great monetary value as they have beautiful. Below is a detailed list of South Africa’s Big 5 coins.
List of the Various Big 5 Coins According to Year and Price
1. 2021 Big 5: Buffalo
The Big 5: Buffalo series consists of 6 coins. Below is their list and prices
- 5 Rand | 1 Oz Silver | (uncirculated) £89,00
Double Capsule Series (5.)
- 5o Rand | 1 Oz Gold | Proof £395,00
Set-Privy Mark buffalo
51 Rand | 2 x 1 Oz Gold | Proof
- £7.450,00
Big Five Series (5.)
- 5 Rand | 1 Oz Silver | (uncirculated ) £89,50
Big Five Series (5.)
50 Rand | 1 Oz Gold | Proof
- £4,500,00
Big Five + Krugerrand (5.) Set – Privy Mark Buffalo
- 6 Rand | 2 x 1 Oz Silver | Proof £395,00
2. 2020 Big 5: Elephant
The Big 5: Elephant series is made up of one coin
- Proof Platinum 1oz Pt 999.5 R26,995
3. 2020 Big 5: Lion
The Big 5: Lion series, just like the elephant series, also consists of just one coin which is:
- Platinum 1oz Pt 999.5 R26,995
4. 2020 Big 5: Leopard
The Big 5: Leopard series is made up of the following coins
Big Five series (4.)
- 50 Rand | 1 Oz Gold | Proof £4.750,00
Big Five series (4.)
- 5 Rand | 1 Oz Silver | Uncirculated £4.750,00
Big Five + Krugerrand (4.), Set-Privy Mark Leopard
- 51 Rand | 2 x 1 Oz Gold | Proof £7.950,00
Big Five + Krugerrand (4.), Set-Privy Mark Leopard
- 6 Rand | 2 x 1 Oz Silver | Proof £475,00
5. 2020 Big 5: Rhino
- Proof Set R1,995
- 2020 Big 5 Rhino Proof 1oz Gold Au 999.9 R33,995
2020 Big 5 Rhino Brilliant Uncirculated 1oz Silver-Ag 999 Blister pack
- R595
- 2020 Big 5 Rhino + Krugerrand 2 coin set – gold (Big 5 Rhino 1oz 24ct
Proof Gold and Krugerrand 1oz 22ct proof gold with privy mark) R69,995
- 2020 Big 5 Rhino + Krugerrand 2 coin set– silver (Big 5 Rhino 1oz
Proof Silver-Ag 999 and Krugerrand 1oz Proof Silver-Ag 999 with privy mark) R1,995
5. Celebrating South Africa’s 25 Years of Constitutional Democracy: 2019
In 2019, South Africa marked its 25 years of constitutional democracy, having had its first democratic election in 1994. To commemorate the special epoch-making event, the following coins were released.
- Celebrating South Africa: 25 Years Of Constitutional Democracy
6 Coin Set (Uncirculated) R195
- Celebrating South Africa: 25 Years Of Constitutional Democracy R50
(Bronze alloy Proof) R195
- Celebrating South Africa: 25 Years Of Constitutional Democracy R50
(Sterling-Silver Proof) R195
- Celebrating South Africa: 25 Years Of Constitutional Democracy R500
- (1oz, 24ct Gold, Proof) R33,995
- Celebrating South Africa: 25 Years Of Constitutional Democracy
8 Coin Set (Proof) R1,995
- Celebrating South Africa: 25 Years Of Constitutional Democracy
9 Coin Set (Proof) R36,995
- Celebrating South Africa: 25 Years Of Constitutional Democracy
Launch Set (Proof) R36,995
6. Cradle of Humankind: Hominids 2019
The Hominids Series consist of coins that showcase South Africa as the birthplace of humanity, by telling the story of the origin of mankind. Johannesburg, a city in South Africa, houses one of the largest reserves of hominid fossils, and this gave rise to the creation of the Hominid coin in 2019.
Here is a detailed list of the Hominid coins with their prices.
- Prestige Set (5 pieces) R64,995
- R100, 1oz, 24ct gold R33,995
- R50, 1/2oz, 24ct gold R17,995
- R20. 1/4oz, 24ct gold R8,995
- R10, 1/10oz, 24ct gold R4,495
- R5, 1/20oz, 24ct gold R2,495
- Launch Set R34,995
7. Celebrating South Africa (Nelson Mandela): 2018
These coins were released in 2018 to celebrate Nelson Mandela‘s 100th birthday anniversary. They were initially meant to function as a regular currency, but following the rarity and demand of South African coins, they rose in value. Below is a comprehensive list of the coins and their prices.
- Prestige set R36,995
- R50 (bronze alloy, proof) R127
- R50 (proof quality, sterling-silver) R995
8. OR Tambo Centenary Coins: 2017
In 2017, the South African Mint Company released this coin in celebration of Oliver Tambo’s 100th birthday anniversary. The different OR Tambo Centenary coins went into circulation in October 2017 and their current prices are:
- Prestige Set (4 coin set) R36,995
- Sterling-silver 3 coin set (proof quality) R1,995
- R50 (base metal, proof quality) R250
- R500 (1oz, 24ct gold) R33,995
9. 2019 Color Coins
On the 27th-30th October 2016, South Africa’s first color coin was created by the South African Mint Company. Below is a list of the prices of the color coins.
List of the Various 2019 Color Coins
1. 2019 Kruger to Canyons Biosphere Reserve Color coins
These coins were created to honor the Kruger to Canyons Biosphere Reserve, a South African reserve that is located in northeast South Africa.
- R10 Impala Lily (sterling-silver) R1,195
- Prestige set 4 (sterling-silver color coins) R4,395
- R5 African Flame Lily (sterling-silver) R1,195
- R10 Purple-Crested Turaco (sterling-silver) R1,195
- R10 Southern Yellow-Billed Hornbill (sterling-silver) R1,195
2. 2018 Waterberg Biosphere Reserve Color Coins
The coins were made to celebrate the Waterberg Biosphere Reserve in Bushveld, South Africa.
- Prestige set 4 (sterling-silver color coins) R4,395
- R5 Grass Crinum (sterling-silver) R1,195
- R5 Orange Tritonia (sterling-silver) R1,195
- R10 Yellow-throated Sandgrouse (sterling-silver) R1,195
- R10 White-backed Night-Heron (sterling-silver) R1,195
3. 2017 Sterling Silver Color Coins
- R10 Caspian Tern, 1oz R1,195
- R10 Blue Crane, 1oz R1,195
- R5 Yellow wine Cup, 1oz R1,195
- R5 Starfish lily, 1oz R1,195
- Color Coins Prestige Set, 1oz R4,395
10. Natura: Paleontology Coins
This series of coins celebrate South African diverse animal and plant history and was unveiled in 24-carat gold. It portrays animals like pterosaurs, dinosaurs, crocodiles, as well as birds, and other reptiles that existed in South Africa over 200 million years ago. Find out their prices here.
11. 2020 Natura: Paleontology
- 2020 Natura – Paleontology Archosarus: The rise of the Dinosaurs
R25, 1oz, Fine-Silver: R595 R595
2019 Natura: Paleontology
- 2019 Natura – Paleontology Archosarus: The rise of the Dinosaurs
R25, 1oz, Fine-Silver: R595 R595
2018 Natura: Paleontology
- Launch Set R34,995
- Prestige (5 pieces) Set R64,995
- R100, 1oz, 24ct gold R33,995
- R50, 1oz, 24ct gold R17,995
- R20, 1oz, 24ct gold R8,995
- R10, 1oz, 24ct gold R4,495
- R50, 1oz, 24ct gold R2,495
12. Nelson Mandela Legacy Coins
The @SAMint is proud to present the last edition in the ‘Life of a Legend – Nelson Mandela’, Protea collectable coin series. The 2019 range pays tribute his legacy. Click here https://t.co/UDeVxA4G7s to find out more. #SAMint #Coins #Mandela #CoinCollectors pic.twitter.com/3gh5gJNfDF
— SouthAfricanMint (@SAMint) July 19, 2019
The coins were released to celebrate Nelson Mandela’s life as the first South African President. They come in two sizes of ten ounces and one ounce and these are their prices below.
1. 2019 Protea: Life of a Legend, Nelson Mandela Legacy
- Launch Set R42,495
- Prestige Set R35,995
- R1 Sterling-silver (uncirculated) R445
- R1 Sterling-silver (proof quality) R545
- R25, 1oz, 24ct gold R33,995
- R5, 1/10oz, 24ct gold R4,495
2. 2018 Protea: Life of a Legend: Robben Island, Nelson Mandela Legacy
- Launch Set R42,495
- Prestige Set R35,995
- R1 Sterling-silver (uncirculated) R445
- R1 Sterling-silver (proof quality) R545
- R25, 1oz, 24ct gold R33,995
- R5, 1/10oz, 24ct gold R4,495
14. 2020: Crown and Tickey – South African Inventions: Retina Cryoprobe
These coins were minted by the South African Mint Company to honor South Africans’ pioneering efforts. The coin specifically celebrates the invention of the Retinal Cyroprobe by Dr. Selig Percy Adams, a South African ophthalmologist. It was released in commemoration of the 2020 World sight Day. Here is a list of the coins and their prices.
- 2 1/2c Tickey Sterling Silver R395
- R2 Crown, Sterling Silver R995
- Set R2 Crown (2 1/2c Sterling Silver) R3,695
1. 2019 R2 Crown & Tickey South African Inventions: polymer Puty
- R2 (Crown, Sterling Silver) R995
- KR 1oz Proof Ag999 + Silver Crown Proof Ag925 R1,995
- Set (R2 crown, 2 ½ c sterling silver) R3,695
- 2 ½ c Tickey, sterling silver R395
2. 2018 South African Inventions Computed Tomography (CAT Scan)
- R2 CAT Scan R995
- Set (R2 crown, 2 ½ c sterling silver) R3,695
- 2 ½ c Tickey R395
3. 2017 R2 Crown & Tickey South African Inventions
- R2 (Crown, Sterling Silver) R995
- Set (R2 crown, 2 ½ c sterling silver) R3,695
- 2 ½ c Tickey, sterling silver R395
4. 2018 R1 Gold
- R1 (10oz, 24ct gold) R4,495
15. 2018 UNESCO Waterberg Reserve
The coin was launched to celebrate South Africa’s Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve. The coins have images of animals and birds imprinted on them. Here is a list of their prices.
- R2 (Sterling Silver) Cape Griffon (vulture) R995
- R2 (1/4oz, 24ct gold) San Rock Art R8,995
- R2 (1/4oz, 24ct gold) Rhino and her Calf R8,995
- Full Set: Two R2 (1/4oz, 24ct gold) and two R2 (sterling silver) R18,999
- R2 (sterling silver) Kudu R995
1. 2020 Circulation Sets
- Uncirculated Currency Coin Set R275
- Proof Currency Coin Set- The Baby Set R645
- Proof Currency Coin R720
2. 2019 Circulation Sets
- Uncirculated Currency Coin Set R275
- Proof Currency Coin Set- The Baby Set R645
- Proof Currency Coin R720
3. 2018 Circulation Sets
- Uncirculated 10c, 20c, 50c, R1, R2, & R5 Circulation Set R275
- Baby Set 10c, 20c, 50c, R1, R2, & R5 Circulation Set R645
- Proof 10c, 20c, 50c, R1, R2, & R5 Circulation Set R720
Uses of SA Coins
SA coins are primarily used for exchange value, as they can be traded for money like the Rand in South Africa and indeed any other valuable currency in the world. More importantly, South African coins have a lot of historical relevance as they tell the tale of the emergence of South Africa to be the one big united country that it is today.
Similarly, with their historical and cultural relevance, SA Coins can also be gotten and preserved under the right physical conditions as artifacts. In fact, it is a thing of pride to own any of these SA coins but especially the older coins.
