Old Coin Exchange Price List 2025
Current market values for old South African coins. From Union sovereigns to Krugerrands, find accurate pricing and exchange locations for your collection.
Price Categories Overview
Gold & Silver coins
Highest values
Decimal currency
Growing interest
Gold bullion coins
Spot + premium
Special issues
Limited premiums
Select Coin Category
Union of South Africa Coins (1910-1960)
Sovereign
Years: 1923, 1924-1932 • Material: 22ct Gold
| Year/Type | Poor | Good | Very Fine | Uncirculated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | R80,000 | R150,000 | R200,000 | R300,000+ |
| Other years | R25,000 | R30,000 | R35,000 | R45,000 |
Note: 1923 extremely rare - only 655 minted
Half Sovereign
Years: 1923-1926 • Material: 22ct Gold
| Year/Type | Poor | Good | Very Fine | Uncirculated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common years | R15,000 | R18,000 | R22,000 | R28,000 |
Note: All years scarce
Crown (5 Shillings)
Years: 1947-1960 • Material: Silver
| Year/Type | Poor | Good | Very Fine | Uncirculated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common years | R800 | R1,200 | R2,000 | R3,500 |
| rare | R2,000 | R3,000 | R5,000 | R8,000 |
Note: 1949 and 1952 are key dates
Halfcrown (2.5 Shillings)
Years: 1923-1960 • Material: Silver
| Year/Type | Poor | Good | Very Fine | Uncirculated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | R3,000 | R8,000 | R15,000 | R25,000 |
| Common years | R150 | R300 | R600 | R1,200 |
Note: 1931 extremely rare
Florin (2 Shillings)
Years: 1923-1960 • Material: Silver
| Year/Type | Poor | Good | Very Fine | Uncirculated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common years | R100 | R200 | R400 | R800 |
| rare | R500 | R1,000 | R2,000 | R4,000 |
Note: 1932 and 1951 are scarce
Shilling
Years: 1923-1960 • Material: Silver
| Year/Type | Poor | Good | Very Fine | Uncirculated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | R2,000 | R5,000 | R10,000 | R18,000 |
| Common years | R50 | R100 | R200 | R400 |
Note: 1948 final silver year, very rare
Sixpence
Years: 1923-1960 • Material: Silver
| Year/Type | Poor | Good | Very Fine | Uncirculated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common years | R25 | R50 | R100 | R200 |
| rare | R200 | R400 | R800 | R1,500 |
Note: 1931 and 1942 are key dates
Threepence
Years: 1923-1960 • Material: Silver
| Year/Type | Poor | Good | Very Fine | Uncirculated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | R8,000 | R15,000 | R25,000 | R45,000 |
| Common years | R20 | R40 | R80 | R150 |
Note: 1941 wartime rarity
Where to Exchange Your Coins
Coin Dealers
SA Coin Company
★★★★★Location: Cape Town
Speciality: Union coins
Rare Coins SA
★★★★☆Location: Johannesburg
Speciality: Gold coins
Coin Palace
★★★★☆Location: Durban
Speciality: All periods
Numismatic Services
★★★★☆Location: Pretoria
Speciality: Valuations
Factors Affecting Coin Values
Gold/Silver Spot Price
HighPrecious metal content drives base value for gold and silver coins
Monitor daily precious metal prices
Rarity & Mintage
Very HighLower mintage numbers create scarcity and drive collector premiums
Key dates command highest premiums
Condition (Grade)
CriticalUncirculated coins worth 3-10x more than circulated examples
Professional grading adds significant value
Historical Significance
MediumUnion period and early Republic coins have growing historical appeal
Increasing interest in SA numismatic history
Collector Demand
HighActive collector base drives market for scarce dates
Strong demand for quality examples
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