Bassani’s Auction House

07/09/2026

🇺🇸 Two auctions tonight at Bassani’s!

We’re celebrating America’s Labor Day with our USA Labour Day Auction, our second session after Minted Mondays tonight.

With 100 lots to explore, make sure you check out the catalogue and get your bids in!

⏰ Timed auction closes tonight at 20:30 SAST.

Browse and bid at bassanis.co.za.

06/09/2026

It doesn’t get much better than this 🤯.

This exceptional 1932 Shilling is graded MS66+ and is the sole example at the top of the population, making it a true Top Pop coin.

✨ One of the finest known.
🔨 Going under the hammer TONIGHT.

Who’s taking this one home?

06/09/2026

Not every famous coin becomes a global icon.

But why did the Krugerrand become one? 👀

We’ve put together a quick look at the story behind one of South Africa’s most recognisable coins, and the part it played in changing the world of gold 🌍.

05/09/2026

It looks like a 1 Cent. It isn’t a normal 1 Cent. 🇿🇦🔍

The 1961 Full Ground 1 Cent is a scarce variety that collectors look closely for.

The difference? Look at the ground around the springbok. On the Full Ground variety, that area is fully detailed — unlike the standard 1 Cent.

A tiny difference.
A serious rarity.

Very few are known to collectors today.

02/09/2026

Going, going… delivered. 🚚

📦 Please note that auction purchases can only be grouped across 2–3 auctions. Thereafter, courier fees will be applied to parcels accordingly.

Thank you for your continued support and understanding 🌟.

01/09/2026

🗞️RESULTS OF CALFAM COLLECTION AUCTION I

From exceptional South African rarities to two remarkable standalone Top Pop coins, the results achieved have been nothing short of extraordinary 🌟.

These are just some of the highlights. More exceptional results are still to come.

All prices achieved include buyer’s commission.

🏇1924 SOUTH AFRICA SOVEREIGN
NGC MS65 • TOP POP

The finest graded example at NGC.

A remarkable standalone Top Pop, combining rarity, exceptional preservation and undeniable collector appeal.

It was always destined to attract attention.
And the result reflected exactly that.

✨ 1926 SOUTH AFRICA 2 SHILLINGS
NGC MS63

A superb example of one of South Africa’s most sought-after Union issues.

Presented in an impressive MS63 grade, this exceptional coin commanded a remarkable result in Calfam Collection Auction I.

A result that speaks to the enduring demand for exceptional South African numismatics.

🏆 1923 SOUTH AFRICA 2 SHILLINGS
NGC MS65

From the renowned Georg Jacobs Collection.

An exceptional example, preserved in an outstanding MS65 grade and carrying the provenance of one of South Africa’s most respected numismatic collections.

A coin of exceptional quality. A remarkable result.

31/08/2026

The Calfam Collection represents an extraordinary chapter in South African numismatic history. 🇿🇦🪙

Bassani’s was proud to bring these remarkable South African treasures to auction and achieve exceptional prices.

South African coins should be sold in South Africa, and these results prove why.

“Die pryse wat op die veiling behaal is, wys dat daar steeds sterk belangstelling in Suid-Afrikaanse Unie-munte is, veral wanneer dit om skaars munte in ʼn uitstekende toestand gaan.”

31/08/2026

🎉 WE HAVE OUR WINNERS! 🎉

The correct amount in our Double 9 Pond Amount Guess was:

R815 000

Congratulations to Arina, Nathan, Ross and Daitin! 🏆

You’ve each won a Silver Krugerrand! 🪙✨

Please send us a DM so we can arrange your prize.

Thank you to everyone who entered and took a guess! More exciting opportunities and extraordinary collectibles are always around the corner. 👀

29/08/2026

Come join us at the Festival of Motoring! 🏎️✨

Come and see the incredible Double 9, guess the price and stand a chance to WIN a Krugerrand! 🪙🏆

Meet the Bassani’s team and discover something truly extraordinary.

29/08/2026

Tomorrow, one of the most important collections of South African Union coinage ever assembled comes to auction. 🪙

The CallFam Collection features 77 exceptional lots, including 31 NGC TOP POP coins.

A remarkable collection. A landmark auction. And an opportunity that may not come again for years.

🗓️ 30 August | 19:00 SAST