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Krugerrand sell price today
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As of Oct 31, 2026 2:24 AM ET, a 1 oz Krugerrand holds exactly 1 troy oz of gold (Rand Refinery, Krugerrands), so its gold is worth $3,876.40 at spot (gold-api.com). The highest public dealer bid we read was $3,786.16 from Hero Bullion, 97.7% of melt, at Oct 31, 2026 2:32 AM ET. Get a locked quote before you ship or hand over a coin.
Key facts
- 1 oz Krugerrand melt value: $3,876.40
- Gold: 1.000 troy oz, 22 carat; total coin weight about 33.93 g (calculated)
- Highest public bid: $3,786.16 (Hero Bullion, 97.7% of melt)
- Lowest tracked price to buy one: $3,934.10 (Monument Metals)
- Data time: Oct 31, 2026 2:24 AM ET
Published buyback bids for the 1 oz Krugerrand
| Product | Dealer | Bid | vs melt | Read |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz Gold Krugerrand | Hero Bullion | $3,786.16 | 97.7% of melt | Oct 31, 2026 2:32 AM ET · dealer page |
Bids leave out shipping, minimum order sizes (Hero Bullion lists a $1,000 minimum) and payment terms. Dealers that hide bids behind a login or block automated reads are not listed. Get a locked quote before you ship.
Krugerrand melt value by size
| Coin | Total weight (g, calculated) | Gold (troy oz) | Melt value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz Krugerrand | 33.931 | 1 | $3,876.40 |
| 1/2 oz Krugerrand | 16.966 | 0.5 | $1,938.20 |
| 1/4 oz Krugerrand | 8.483 | 0.25 | $969.10 |
| 1/10 oz Krugerrand | 3.393 | 0.1 | $387.64 |
Round trip: buying one and selling it back
Right now the lowest tracked price to buy a 1 oz Krugerrand is $3,934.10 (Monument Metals, check/wire), and the best public bid is $3,786.16. That $147.94 gap (3.8% of melt) is what a buy-then-sell round trip would cost at those two prices today. Prices: Krugerrand prices by dealer.
What a buyer looks at
A Krugerrand is 22 carat: eleven parts gold to one part copper, per Rand Refinery, which is why the coin weighs 33.93 g but holds exactly 1 troy oz of gold. Rand Refinery notes it was the first gold coin denominated in ounces of pure gold, first issued in 1967, with the 1/2, 1/4 and 1/10 oz sizes added in 1980. The 1 oz coin's gold is fixed by that specification, so a buyer mostly bids on the gold. Things that can lower a bid: damage, heavy wear, cleaning, or a large lot the buyer has to resell. Have any proof coins looked at separately before you sell them at melt.
Ways to sell, and what to check with each
| Where | Timing | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Local coin shop | Same visit | Ask for a written bid per item; BBB says to get four or five estimates. |
| Online dealer buyback | Price locked first; paid after the item arrives and is checked | Read the lock, shipping and insurance terms on the dealer's sell page before you ship. |
| Mail-in buyer | Days | The FTC has reported buyers that quoted only when asked or paid after melting the items. Get a firm offer before anything is melted. |
| Pawn shop | Same visit | BBB says to check whether pawn shops need a special license in your state. |
| Private sale or coin show | Varies | BBB: you may get more selling to the public, but it carries more risk. Meet safely and get paid first. |
Taxes (US). IRS Topic 409 says net capital gains from selling collectibles, which include coins, are taxed at a maximum 28% rate. How that applies depends on what you paid and how long you held the metal. General information, not tax advice.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a Krugerrand worth today?
A 1 oz Krugerrand's gold is worth $3,876.40 as of Oct 31, 2026 2:24 AM ET: 1 troy oz of gold × spot. Dealer bids are usually a little below that; the bid table shows any public bids we could read.
What is the Krugerrand price today to sell?
The highest public bid we read was $3,786.16 from Hero Bullion (97.7% of melt) at Oct 31, 2026 2:32 AM ET. Other buyers may bid more or less, so ask for written quotes.
How much is a 1978 Krugerrand worth?
Rand Refinery's specification gives every 1 oz Krugerrand 1.000 troy oz of gold, so a 1978 bullion coin's gold is worth $3,876.40 as of Oct 31, 2026 2:24 AM ET. The date does not change its gold content; have proofs looked at separately.
Where can I sell Krugerrands near me?
Local coin shops and online dealer buyback programs. Give each the exact count and sizes, ask for a written price per coin, and compare the bids with melt value.
Do you have to pay taxes when you sell Krugerrands?
In the US, IRS Topic 409 says net capital gains on collectibles, which include coins, are taxed at a maximum 28% rate. General information only, not tax advice.