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1978 1 oz South African Gold Krugerrand Coin

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916.7‰
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31.103
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4,259.54 USD
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BGASC
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United States
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2026-06-23
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**Any quantity available for $132.99 per coin over spot!** The Krugerrand coin was first minted in 1967, and it quickly became popular among investors and collectors due to its unique design and the fact that it was the first modern gold bullion coin to be issued. The coin was also affordable for many investors, as it was not subject to the same steep premiums as other gold coins. Today, BGASC has the 1978 1 oz South African Gold Krugerrand Coin available to you for purchase online. **Highlights:** - Arrives in a protective plastic flip! - 12th date in the 1 oz South African Gold Krugerrand Series! - Final mintage of 6,012,000 coins! - Contains 1 Troy oz of actual gold content. - Paul Kruger is on the obverse. - Springbok antelope on the reverse. BGASC offers you the 1978 1 oz South African Gold Krugerrand Coin for purchase in a protective plastic flip. The mintage of more than 6 million coins in 1978 was the highest for a single weight in the series in the history of the program. **Obverse** On the obverse of the 1978 South African Gold Krugerrand Coin is a portrait of Paul Kruger, the former president of South Africa. Kruger’s image is surrounded by the words SUID-AFRIKA and SOUTH AFRICA. **Reverse** The reverse side of the 1978 1 oz South African Gold Krugerrand features a Springbok antelope, the national animal of South Africa. The image of the springbok is accompanied by the words KRUGERRAND, FYNGOUD, 1 OZ FINE GOLD, and 1978. **History** The Krugerrand coin was especially popular during the 1970s and 1980s when gold prices were on the rise due to economic uncertainty and inflation. The coin was a favorite among investors looking to hedge against inflation and protect their assets. **Ordering** Please feel free to contact BGASC if you have any questions. You can call us at 888-992-4272, chat with us live online, or email us directly. **Buying Gold And Silver Coins With BGASC Is Convenient And Secure** BGASC is Fast, Reliable, and Trusted. All orders of $199 or more Ship FREE. Our prices are ultra-competitive and there is no order minimum. We have NO hidden fees and we don't do phone solicitation calls either. All shipments are packaged securely, discreetly and are fully insured. We accept payment by Credit Card, PayPal, Crypto, ACH, Bank Wire and Paper Check. Your prices are locked in when checkout is completed. Customers all across the country have quickly come to recognize BGASC as one of the largest, fastest, most trusted online precious metals dealers in the U.S.