The 1831 Gold Sovereign Proof - William IV Very rare Proof of William IV, issued as part of a plain-edged proof set to commemorate the Coronation of King William IV. SCBC 3829B.
The Reverse, by Sir Francis L. Chantrey, is a garnished square-topped shield, quartered with the arms of England, Scotland and Ireland. Crowned arms of the Dutch of Brunswick and Luneberg T the centre. Below is ANNO 1831.
Edge is plain.
Obverse is second bust of William IV by WIlliam Wyon (initials 'WW' on truncation of neck). Legend GULIELMUS IIII D:G: BRITANNIAR: REX F: D:Image credit: Museums Victoria.
Mintage: 225 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 1831. See Coins and Events of 1831
Monarch/Ruler: William IV (1830-1837)
Category: Sovereigns. See more Sovereigns coins
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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