Most Wanted Old South African Coins for Cash
Discover which old South African coins collectors and dealers pay top money for. From Union sovereigns to rare decimal coins, find out what your collection might be worth.
Quick Value Overview
Holy grail of SA collecting
Wartime rarity
Depression era silver
Top 6 Most Wanted Old South African Coins
1923 South African Union Sovereign
Only 655 minted, considered the holy grail of SA coin collecting
Key Features
- George V head
- Only year of sovereign minting
- 22-carat gold
Value by Condition
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Precious Metal Coins
Strong DemandGold and silver content provides intrinsic value
Stable to increasing
Hold or sell during precious metal highs
Historical Significance
Growing InterestUnion period coins represent important SA history
Increasing collector base
Long-term appreciation potential
Condition Premium
Critical FactorUncirculated coins command significant premiums
Widening gap between conditions
Preserve condition at all costs
Error Coins
Niche MarketUnique minting errors create scarcity
Specialist collector interest
Research thoroughly before selling
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