The 1915 Gold Sovereign. Melbourne MintGold Sovereign minted by the Royal Mint in Victoria, Melbourne, Australia.
The Reverse, by Benedetto Pistrucci, shows St George on horseback slaying the Dragon with a sword. On the floor to the left is a broken spear from an earlier attack. Just above the date is the letter 'M' indicating the Melbourne mint. Artist's initials (B.P.) to the right.
The Obverse, by Sir Bertram Mackennal, is a portrait of King George V facing left. Legend is GEORGIVS V D.G. BRITT: OMN:REX F.D. IND:IMP:. Artist's initials (B.M.) on the neck.Image credit: Museums Victoria.
Mintage: 1,637,839 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Melbourne Mint
Minted in 1915. See Coins and Events of 1915
Monarch/Ruler: George V (1910-1936)
Category: Sovereigns. See more Sovereigns coins
Country of Origin: Australia
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