1917 Gold Sovereign Sydney


The 1917 Gold Sovereign - Sydney Mint - George V

Gold Sovereign minted in 1917 by the Royal Mint in New South Wales, Sydney, 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 'S' indicating the Sydney 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: 1,667,000 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Sydney Mint
Minted in 1917
Monarch/Ruler: George V (1910-1936)
Category: Sovereigns. See more Sovereigns coins
Country of Origin: Australia
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1916-S King George V Gold Sovereign (Sydney)
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1918-C King George V Gold Sovereign (Ottawa / Canada)
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£ 1,176.00
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1880 Queen Victoria Young Head Gold Sovereign (Sydney)
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