Danie Craven Commemorative Medallion Set – SA Rugby Legend & Craven Week Pioneer – SA Mint Edition

📦 Item Description:

Own a rare and complete collectors medallion set issued by the South African Mint in honour of Dr. Danie Craven, one of the most iconic figures in South African rugby history. This stainless steel set commemorates 50 years since his final Springbok test match.

Cravens profound impact on the sport went beyond the field he was a visionary administrator, lifelong Springbok leader, and the man behind one of the countrys greatest rugby institutions: Craven Week.

🥇 Set Features:

• 🔹 8 Stainless Steel Medallions:

  • 4 featuring Cravens portraits

  • 4 depicting iconic rugby moments (1933 Wallabies try, 1937 NZ dive-pass, IRB, and training scene)

• 🔹 Issued by: SA Mint & Middelburg Steel & Alloys

• 🔹 Original biographical booklet included (English & Afrikaans)

• 🔹 Full tribute to Craven's playing, coaching, and administrative career

🏉 About Danie Craven:

Dr. Danie Craven was a Springbok player, national coach, and president of the South African Rugby Board. He served as a powerful force in unifying and modernizing the sport across decades.

Most notably, Cravens name lives on through Craven Week, the prestigious school rugby tournament he helped institutionalize in 1964. Now in its 60th year, Craven Week remains the primary scouting ground for future Springboks, continuing his legacy of nurturing youth talent.

💼 Condition:

All medallions clean and well-preserved
Original booklet and packaging intact
Limited commemorative edition not sold in stores

🎯 Perfect For:

• Rugby history enthusiasts

• Collectors of South African memorabilia

• Springbok and Craven Week fans

• Unique sports gift idea