Description
Sovereign George V – Great Britain gold coin
The British gold sovereign bearing the portrait of King George V is one of the best-known and most valued historical investment coins. These coins were minted from 1911 to 1932 during the reign of King George V. The obverse shows the king’s portrait, and the reverse the classic image of St George slaying the dragon by Italian sculptor Benedetto Pistrucci.
Technical specifications:
- Country: United Kingdom
- Ruler: George V (1910–1936)
- Minting period: 1911–1932
- Denomination: 1 sovereign (£1)
- Metal: 22-carat gold (917 fine)
- Pure gold content: 7.32 g (0.2354 troy ounces)
- Total weight: 7.98 g
- Diameter: 22.05 mm
- Edge: reeded
George V sovereigns are valued by both collectors and investors for their gold value, historical significance and worldwide recognition. The coin’s value depends on the year of minting, mint mark, condition and the gold market price.
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