1887-S Australia Gold Sovereign Young Victoria AU
Numismatic
1887-S Australia Gold Sovereign Young Victoria AU
In 1887, the Sydney Mint in Australia struck a limited run of 1,000,000 gold sovereign coins under the authority of the United Kingdom. This issue, cataloged as KM#7, represents a fascinating chapter in nineteenth-century coinage, combining British imperial design with Australian minting history. Each coin is struck in 0.9167 fine gold, containing 0.2354 troy ounces of actual gold weight. The obverse of the coin features a classic, youthful portrait of Queen Victoria, capturing the early era of her long reign. On the reverse, the coin displays the dynamic and famous depiction of Saint George on horseback slaying a dragon, a masterpiece created by the artist Benedetto Pistrucci. Collectors and enthusiasts can identify the origin of this specific piece by the small 'S' mint mark, which signifies its production at the historic Sydney Mint.
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Specifications
| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Year | 1887 |
| Mint mark | S - Sydney |
| Grade | Almost Unc |
| Legal-tender face value | 1 Sovereign |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.2354 troy oz |
| Purity | .9167 |
| Diameter | 22.05 mm |
| Thickness | 1.52 mm |
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