It’s hard to believe that Sovereigns produced according to the design you are currently watching have been minted in Great Britain for over 200 years. Round anniversary was an excellent opportunity to issue commemorative edition. In our store you will find a 5-pound variant, which weighs 39.94 g, and its mintage is limited to 1000 copies.

Classic beauty still amazes us

In an era when so many coins surprise us with a bold, modern approach of designers, the British Sovereign minted in accordance with the same rules invariably for 200 years, is a real exception. And it is worth paying for such unique items to enjoy the “pearl” in our collection.

On the reverse, the image of Saint George fighting the dragon has been traditionally placed, according to the design of the Roman Benedetto Pistrucci, who resided at the English court in the early nineteenth century. His iconic work is still used to mint the famous bullion coins. Our 2017 edition, 36.02 mm in diameter, with 9167 purity gold, impresses with its classic character and value that results from the unwavering quality represented by The Royal Mint.

Special features of the coin:

• Interpretation of the famous bullion coin known for 200 years
• Denomination – 5 pounds
• Almost exactly 40 g of high quality gold
• Quality Brilliant Unc
• Collector’s set from a renowned online store