1918 India Gold Sovereign George V AU

0.2354 troy oz .9167 1918 Almost Unc

In the final year of World War I, a unique chapter in numismatic history unfolded in India. The Bombay Mint struck a special gold coin for just a single year, marking the only time this specific facility produced the sovereign. This 1918 gold piece represents a fascinating intersection of British imperial coinage and Indian minting history, carrying a distinct "I" mint mark to denote its Bombay origin. The obverse of this historic coin displays the profile of King George V. On the reverse, the classic depiction of Saint George on horseback battling a dragon dominates the design, a masterpiece created by Benedetto Pistrucci. Struck in 0.9167 fine gold with a gold content of 0.2354 troy ounces, this coin survives in Almost Uncirculated condition, preserving the intricate details of a turbulent global era.

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Specifications

Country	India
Year	1918
Mint mark	I - Bombay
Grade	Almost Unc
Legal-tender face value	1 Sovereign
Metal	Gold
Weight	0.2354 troy oz
Purity	.9167
Diameter	22 mm
Thickness	1.50 mm