The South African Mint introduced fractional Gold Krugerrands in 1980, following the success of the original 1 oz Gold Krugerrand that debuted in 1967. These smaller coins, including the 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz options, made gold more affordable for a wider range of investors. Today, Provident Metals offers 1985 South African Krugerrand 1/4 oz Gold Coins available for online purchase.

Highlights:

• Coin arrives in a protective plastic flip!
• 6th year of issue for 1/4 oz Gold Krugerrands!
• Contains 1/4 Troy oz of actual gold content.
• The obverse features Paul Kruger.
• On the reverse is the Springbok antelope.

Each 1985 South African Krugerrand 1/4 oz Gold Coin offered here ships in a protective plastic flip. The Gold Krugerrand design has stayed consistent across all fractional weights, preserving the iconic imagery introduced with the original 1 oz coin more than 50 years ago.

Obverse

The obverse side of the 1985 South African Krugerrand Gold Coin presents a well-known portrait of Paul Kruger. This image was first used in the 1890s when Kruger served as the President of the South African Republic. A popular figure in his time, Kruger earned the nickname Oom Paul, which translates to Uncle Paul in English. The inscriptions read SUID-AFRIKA and SOUTH AFRICA.

Reverse

On the reverse of the 1985 Krugerrand 1/4 oz Gold Coin, you will see a depiction of the Springbok antelope. As a symbol of South Africa, the Springbok has been associated with the nations coins since the 1930s. It represents the rich wildlife heritage of the southern African region. Inscriptions here read 1/4 KRUGERRAND, 1985, and FYNGOUD 1/4 OZ FINE GOLD.

History

The launch of fractional Krugerrands came during a period when South Africa faced international sanctions due to its apartheid policies. These sanctions made it more difficult to distribute Krugerrands in certain markets. However, the introduction of smaller coins helped reinforce the Krugerrands position as the leading gold bullion coin globally, ahead of newer options like the Canadian Maple Leaf and American Eagle.

Ordering

If you have any questions, Provident Metals customer service is here to assist you at 1-800-313-3315. You can also reach us online through web chat or by email.