1886-M Australia Gold Sovereign Young Victoria AU
Numismatic
1886-M Australia Gold Sovereign Young Victoria AU
Struck at the Melbourne Mint in Australia, this 1886 gold sovereign represents a fascinating chapter in nineteenth-century coinage. The piece contains 0.2354 ounces of gold, with a total purity of 0.9167. Classified as Almost Uncirculated, it retains much of its original detail and luster, offering a clear window into the era's remarkable craftsmanship. The obverse features the celebrated young portrait of Queen Victoria, capturing her early reign with elegant simplicity. On the reverse, the legendary scene of St. George on horseback slaying the dragon comes to life. This dynamic reverse design was created by Benedetto Pistrucci, whose work remains one of the most recognizable motifs in numismatic history. Bearing the 'M' mint mark to denote its origin in Melbourne, this sovereign was part of a total mintage of 2,902,000 pieces. Cataloged as KM# 7 and S-3857C, the coin stands as a testament to the global reach of British gold coinage during the Victorian era.
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Specifications
| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Year | 1886 |
| Mint mark | M - Melbourne |
| 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 |
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