Back to Coin Database
South African Mint · South Africa
Krugerrand 1/4 oz
0.2727 troy oz — 91.67% Gold, 8.33% Coppergoldcurrent
Quarter-ounce fractional Krugerrand. Contains 1/4 troy ounce of pure gold in the classic 22-karat alloy.
Physical Specifications
| Mass | 8.482 g |
| Troy Ounces | 0.2727 oz |
| Diameter | 22.06 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Edge | reeded |
| Purity | 91.67% Gold, 8.33% Copper |
| Fineness | 0.9167 |
| Density | 17.5 g/cm³ |
| Face Value | none |
| Series | Krugerrand |
| First Minted | 1980 |
| Ping Frequency | 6,080 Hz |
Authentication Reference
Use these values to verify an authentic Krugerrand 1/4 oz. All tests can be performed with a digital scale, calipers, and the EON ping tester.
Weight
8.482grams
Use a 0.01g digital scale. Calibrate first with a known object (a €2 coin = 8.50g).
Dimensions
Diameter22.06mm
Thickness1.8mm
Use plastic calipers (not steel — avoid scratching). Or use the camera tool with a bank card as reference (ISO 7810: 85.60mm × 53.98mm).
Acoustic Ping
6,080Hz ±3%
Balance the coin on your fingertip and tap the edge with a pencil or plastic pen. Use the Ping Tester to analyse the ring.