1887-1893-M Australia Gold Sovereign Victoria Jubilee AU
Numismatic
1887-1893-M Australia Gold Sovereign Victoria Jubilee AU
Struck at the Melbourne Mint in Australia, this gold sovereign represents a fascinating era of late nineteenth-century coinage. The coin is composed of 0.9167 fine gold, containing 0.2354 troy ounces of precious metal. It has been preserved in Almost Uncirculated condition, allowing the intricate details of its historic engraving to remain remarkably clear. The obverse of the sovereign presents a left-facing bust of Queen Victoria wearing her crown, surrounded by a formal Latin inscription. This Jubilee portrait captures the monarch during a significant period of her long reign, projecting royal authority and elegance. On the reverse, the legendary scene of Saint George on horseback slaying a dragon comes to life. This classic design, created by Benedetto Pistrucci, is a masterpiece of numismatic art. Collectors can locate the distinct 'M' mint mark on this side, indicating its origin from the Melbourne facility in Australia, which operated under the authority of the United Kingdom.
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Specifications
| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| 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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