Certificate of Authenticity

Obverse Design: Features the final coinage portrait of Queen Victoria, known as the "Old Head" or "Veiled Head," designed by Thomas Brock.
Reverse Design: Displays the iconic image of St. George slaying the dragon, engraved by Italian artist Benedetto Pistrucci.
Specifications: Struck in 22K gold (91.67% gold, 8.33% copper for durability). The total weight is 7.98 grams, containing exactly 0.2354 troy ounces of pure gold.
Origin: Minted in London. London-struck sovereigns from this era feature no mint mark, distinguishing them from those minted in Australia.
Valuation ($1,250): While base sovereign values are tied to the spot price of gold, this specific valuation is driven by its "Excellent" condition and its highly desirable provenance from the Royal Mint Collection, which carries a significant premium among collectors.

№ 08912

Collector Coin

British Gold Sovereign, 1898

Struck during the final years of Queen Victoria's reign, this sovereign exemplifies the precision of the Royal Mint.

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