Bassani’s Auction House

25/06/2026

Some coins are valuable. Others become part of history 📖.

The legendary 1902 Veldpond was struck during the final days of the Anglo-Boer War, making it one of South Africa’s most important and sought-after numismatic treasures. Now, an exceptional MS63 example will headline our Signature Auction this Sunday ⚒️.

👇🏼 Read the article below and discover why the Veldpond remains one of the crown jewels of South African numismatics.

Explore the fascinating history of the 1902 Veldpond, a rare gold coin that symbolises the final defiance of an independent Boer republic during the Anglo-Boer War, as it heads to auction this June.

24/06/2026

✨ The Krugerrand didn’t appear overnight.

Before South Africa’s most iconic gold coin, there was the Chamber of Mines medal 🏛️

There is a fascinating link between these two pieces of numismatic history, featuring a superb 1967 Krugerrand heading to our upcoming Signature Auction 🪙

21/06/2026

Nearly 1,900 years ago, this silver denarius circulated across the vast Roman Empire under Emperor Marcus Aurelius – the philosopher king whose writings still inspire readers today.

From the frontiers of Britannia to the markets of Rome, coins like this carried the empire’s economy, power and message to millions.

Now, this remarkable survivor of antiquity is set to cross the auction block on Minted Mondays.

History you can hold. 🏛️🪙

21/06/2026

The year South African coinage began.

Lots 7–14 combine to form the coveted 1923 Short Proof Set. A remarkable survivor from the first year of Union coinage 🇿🇦.

Weekend Wonder | Tonight at 7pm

18/06/2026

1947. The year it all began 🌟

A first-year South African 5 Shillings, certified MS63 and heading to auction tonight.

Treasure Trove Thursday • 7pm

17/06/2026

Collectors chased it. The seller approved it. 🔨🏆

Another Confirmation Auction success story.

In our Confirmation Auctions, the hammer starts the conversation - not necessarily the sale. After review and negotiation, this exceptional 1892 Penny PCGS MS64RD was officially confirmed at R100 080. ✨💰

Some coins are worth the extra conversation. 👌🏻

14/06/2026

💷 Hundred Pound Hero : Not just rare. Top Pop.

This 1901 Gouvernements Noot £100, graded PMG 62 UNC, ranks among the finest known examples of one of South Africa’s most sought-after banknotes.

📞 Deal or No Deal?

Tonight, the power to confirm the deal on this century-old survivor rests in the hands of one lucky collector.

13/06/2026

🪙 A KRUGER CLASSIC.

Tomorrow night at 7pm, one collector gets to say:
“That’s mine.”
Will it be you? 🔨

Just over 28,000 of these 1892 Kruger Sixpences were struck… and more than 130 years later, collectors are still chasing them. 👀

11/06/2026

A Nation in Notes 🇳🇦

More than currency, these notes tell the story of a nation. Featuring the iconic image of Hendrik Witbooi across every denomination, this complete Namibian Dollar banknote set is a remarkable snapshot of Namibia’s heritage, history, and identity.

Available on tonight’s auction 🌟 Treasure Trove Thursdays with Slade Taylor.

10/06/2026