1875-M Australia Gold Sovereign Young Victoria AU-58 NGC
Numismatic
1875-M Australia Gold Sovereign Young Victoria AU-58 NGC
Struck in 1885 at the Melbourne Mint in Australia, this gold Sovereign represents a fascinating chapter in the global circulation of British coinage. The piece contains 0.2354 troy ounces of gold, minted with a purity of 0.9167. Identified by the catalog number KM#7, this issue had a total mintage of 1,888,000 pieces, each bearing the distinctive 'M' mint mark to denote its Australian origin. The obverse of the coin displays a youthful portrait of Queen Victoria, capturing her early regnal years. On the reverse, the design features the dramatic scene of St. George slaying a dragon, a masterpiece created by the artist Benedetto Pistrucci. This iconic imagery has helped make the Sovereign series highly recognized and widely studied by enthusiasts around the world.
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Specifications
| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Year | 1885 |
| Grade | NGC |
| Legal-tender face value | 1 Sovereign |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.2354 troy oz |
| Purity | .9167 |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
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