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Information on 1997 Proof Krugerrand.

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Proof Krugerrand 1997

1997 marked the 30th anniversary of the Krugerrand, and interestingly, it was the first year that no bullion Krugerrands were minted. Only 1,663 Proof Krugerrands were produced, along with 330 sets featuring a 30-year anniversary medal. Additionally, 72 Proof Krugerrands were specially released with a SABI SABI mint mark.


1997 Proof Krugerrand 1 oz.

One ounce 1997 Proof Krugerrand

1997 1 oz Proof Krugerrand

How much is a 1 oz 1997 Proof Krugerrand worth?

As the value of bullion Krugerrands is closely tied to the price of gold, determining the price of a 1997 Proof Krugerrand can be challenging. However, a reasonable estimate would be about 115% of the gold price. Its value increases significantly if sold with the fractional Proof Krugerrands.

1997 Information
Hern's NumberK32
Krause-Mishler NumberKM73
DesignerCLS Coert Steynberg
Size Diameter32.61 to 32.77 mm
Thickness2.87 to 2.97 mm
Mintage Proof1,663
Mintage UNC/BullionNone
Weight33.9305 g
Gold Weight31.1 g (1 oz)
Gold Content91.667%
Copper Content8.33%
ReedingFine
Certificate of OriginYes
FrostedYes
Best KnownPR70

1997 Proof Krugerrand 1/2 oz.

Half ounce 1997 Proof Krugerrand

1997 1/2 oz Proof Krugerrand

How much is a 1/2 oz 1997 Proof Krugerrand worth?

The 1997 Krugerrand Proofs were released individually as a 1 oz Proof Krugerrand and a 1/2 oz Proof Krugerrand in SAM Cases. Meanwhile, the 1/4 oz and 1/10 oz Proof Krugerrands were issued together in what was known as a "Pair SAM Case."

1997 Information
Hern's NumberKH10
Krause-Mishler NumberKM107
DesignerCLS Coert Steynberg
Size Diameter26.93 to 27.07 mm
Thickness2.115 to 2.215 mm
Mintage Proof2,000
Mintage UNC/Bullion8,707
Weight16.966 g
Gold Weight15.55 g (1/2 oz)
Gold Content91.667%
Copper Content8.33%
ReedingFine
Certificate of OriginYes
FrostedYes
Best KnownPR70

1997 Proof Krugerrand 1/4 oz.

Quarter ounce 1997 Proof Krugerrand

1997 1/4 oz Proof Krugerrand

How much is a 1997 quarter Proof Krugerrand worth?

The 1997 Krugerrand Proofs were released individually as a 1 oz Proof Krugerrand and a 1/2 oz Proof Krugerrand in SAM Cases. Meanwhile, the 1/4 oz and 1/10 oz Proof Krugerrands were issued together in what was known as a "Pair SAM Case."

1997 Information
Hern's NumberKQ10
Krause-Mishler NumberKM106
DesignerCLS Coert Steynberg
Size Diameter21.94 to 22.06 mm
Thickness1.788 to 1.888 mm
Mintage Proof1,440
Mintage UNC/BullionNone
Weight8.483 g
Gold Weight7.775 g (1/4 oz)
Gold Content91.667%
Copper Content8.33%
ReedingFine
Certificate of OriginYes
FrostedYes
Best KnownPR70

1997 Proof Krugerrand 1/10 oz.

Tenth ounce 1997 Proof Krugerrand

1997 1/10 oz Proof Krugerrand

How much is a 1/10 oz 1997 Proof Krugerrand worth?

The 1997 Krugerrand Proofs were released as individual 1 oz and 1/2 oz Proof Krugerrands in SAM Cases. Meanwhile, the 1/4 oz and 1/10 oz Proof Krugerrands were issued together in what was known as a "Pair SAM Case."

1997 Information
Hern's NumberKT10
Krause-Mishler NumberKM105
DesignerCLS Coert Steynberg
Size Diameter16.45 to 16.55 mm
Thickness1.25 to 1.35 mm
Mintage Proof2,410
Mintage UNC/Bullion21,936
Weight3.93 g
Gold Weight3.11 g (1/10 oz)
Gold Content91.667%
Copper Content8.33%
ReedingFine
Certificate of OriginYes
FrostedYes
Best KnownPR70