The Krugerrand - a timeless classic since 1967: With the Krugerrand 1 ounce from South Africa you are purchasing one of the oldest investment gold coins, which has been minted by the South African Mint since 1967. This South African gold coin is the epitome of investing in the performance of the gold price. A characteristic feature of the Krugerrand is the slightly reddish shimmer compared to other gold coins, which is caused by the addition of copper.