1873-S Australia Gold Sovereign Victoria Shield AU

0.2354 troy oz .9167 1873 Almost Unc

In 1873, the Sydney Mint in Australia produced this gold sovereign, a coin that represents a fascinating chapter in nineteenth-century coinage. Struck in 0.9167 fine gold with an actual gold weight of 0.2354 troy ounces, this piece carries the distinct 'S' mint mark, indicating its origin from the historic branch mint in New South Wales. Out of a mintage of 1,478,000, this specimen survives today in Almost Uncirculated condition. The obverse of the coin displays a left-facing portrait of Queen Victoria, surrounded by a traditional Latin legend. The reverse features the dramatic depiction of Saint George on horseback slaying a dragon, a masterpiece created by the renowned designer Benedetto Pistrucci. This classic design, combined with the colonial Australian mint mark, makes the 1873-S sovereign an intriguing subject for anyone exploring the global reach of gold coinage.

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Specifications

Country	Australia
Year	1873
Mint mark	S - Sydney
Grade	Almost Unc
Legal-tender face value	1 Sovereign
Metal	Gold
Weight	0.2354 troy oz
Purity	.9167
Diameter	22 mm
Thickness	1.6 mm