KRand South Africa – 2003 – Krugerrand – 1oz Gold Proof PR69DCAM

Certification details

PCGS Certification number: 58447324

Grade: PR69DCAM

Nominal value: KRand

Year: 2003

Diameter: 32.7

Mintage: 2136

Name: 2003 KRand, DCAM

Country: South Africa

Weight (g): 33.9305

Catalog Number: PCGS 394827

PCGS Catalog Number: 394827

The South Africa 2003 1 oz Krugerrand Gold Proof PCGS PR69 DCAM is a high-quality, modern collector’s edition of the world’s most famous South African gold coin. The Krugerrand was introduced in 1967 and remains one of the most internationally renowned gold coins. While classic bullion issues are primarily valued for their gold content, this proof edition is specifically aimed at discerning collectors.

The obverse features the well-known portrait of Paul Kruger, the former president of the South African Republic. The inscription reads “SUID-AFRIKA – SOUTH AFRICA”. The reverse depicts the springbok, the iconic Krugerrand motif, designed by Coert Steynberg. Below it is the weight inscription “FYNGOUD 1 OZ FINE GOLD”, clearly indicating the pure gold content of one full troy ounce.

This particular example is especially interesting due to its PCGS certification of PR69 DCAM . DCAM stands for Deep Cameo and describes the strong contrast between the reflective field and the matte relief, a feature highly valued in high-quality proof coins. According to the PCGS Population Report , nine coins are currently listed as PR69 DCAM , while only one has been graded higher . This makes it a very well-preserved proof coin with a narrow certified population.

Furthermore, the Krugerrand has a gross weight of 33.930 g and a fineness of .9167 gold. Due to the traditional 22-karat alloy, the coin contains exactly 31.103 g of pure gold, i.e., a full troy ounce. The proof mintage for the 2003 issue is listed at only 2,136 pieces, making this edition significantly more collector-oriented than the much more frequently traded bullion coins.

Technical data

Country: South Africa

Year: 2003

Face value / Unit: 1 Krugerrand

Series: Krugerrand

Metal: Gold

Fineness: .9167 / 22 carats

Gross weight: 33,930 g

Fine weight: 31.103 g gold / 1 troy ounce

Diameter: 32.77 mm

Thickness: 2.84 mm

Minting quality: Proof

Mint: South African Mint / Rand Refinery

Mintage: 2,136

Front: Paul Kruger

Front design: Otto Schultz

Reverse side: Springbok

Back design: Coert Steynberg

Certification: PCGS PR69 DCAM

PCGS Cert: 58447324

PCGS Number: 394827

PCGS population: 9 in PR69 DCAM

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