The 1879 Gold Sovereign - Melbourne Mint
The 1879 Melbourne Sovereign depicts Benedetto Pistrucci’s famous portrayal of St George slaying the dragon can be seen on the reverse of the coin. A small ‘M’ just below the Queen’s portrait indicates the sovereign was produced in Melbourne, Australia.
Queen Victoria’s young head can be seen on the obverse of the coin.
Only 2,740,594 sovereigns were struck at the Melbourne Mint in 1879 (Not including shield back mintage figures).
Mintage: 2,740,594 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Melbourne Mint
Minted in 1879. See Coins and Events of 1879
Monarch/Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Category: Sovereigns. See more Sovereigns coins
Country of Origin: Australia
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| Bullion Gold Half Sovereign Best Value £ 526.86 |
| 1973 Isle of Man Half Gold Sovereign Elizabeth II £ 511.60 |
| 2011 Full Gold Sovereign coin in capsule £ 939.90 |
| Royal Mint UK GOLD PROOF SOVEREIGN 1979 to 2026 - Choose your year £ 1,245.00 |
| Genuine and Original 22ct gold 1916 Full Sovereign Coin Perth Mint £ 965.50 |
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| ANTIQUE RARE 1913 GOLD SOVEREIGN RARE KEY DATE LOW MINT 22 CARAT YELLOW GOLD £ 618.70 |
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