Victoria 1878 Gold Sovereigns.

London Minted Gold Sovereigns

1878 Victoria Gold Sovereign

Young head Obverse and St George Reverse with long tail

Coin Description

The 1878 Victoria Gold Sovereign features the iconic Young Head obverse with the St George and the Dragon reverse, which includes the long tail variation. The coin’s design is a reflection of the British influence during the colonial era, with St George depicted slaying the dragon—a symbol of valor and strength. The mintage of the 1878 Sovereign was relatively small, with only 1,091,000 coins struck, making it a rare find in excellent condition.

This coin is prized for its historical significance, and despite being classified as "Normal" in terms of rarity, it is still highly sought after due to its design and age. Graded MS62, it is considered a desirable coin for collectors focusing on the British colonial coinage.

Coin Specifications

Attribute	Details
Year	1878
KM #	752
Marsh #	89
Minted	1,091,000
Proofs Minted	No
Best Grade	MS62
Value	Normal

Sydney Minted Gold Sovereigns

6 and 74 Shield.

Coin Description

The 1878 Sydney Minted Gold Sovereign, bearing the "6 and 74 Shield" variant, is a rare and highly sought-after coin. Struck at the Sydney Mint, it is known for its unique mintmark that distinguishes it from other gold sovereigns of the period. This coin is classified as "Scarce" due to its limited mintage of 1,259,000 coins.

The coin’s best grade is MS64, a grade that signifies its well-preserved condition for its age. As with many Sydney Mint coins, collectors are particularly drawn to its historical significance, as it reflects the Australian influence during the British Empire's colonial expansion in the 19th century.

Coin Specifications

Attribute	Details
Year	1878
KM #	6
Marsh #	74
Minted	1,259,000
Proofs Minted	No
Best Grade	MS64
Value	Scarce

Melbourne Minted Gold Sovereigns

7 and 100 George and the Dragon.

Coin Description

The 1878 Melbourne Minted Gold Sovereign is known for its unique features, particularly the "M" mintmark that distinguishes the coin from others minted in different locations. The coin features the classic St. George and the Dragon design, a hallmark of British coinage. The minting of these coins was important for Australia during the colonial period, as it marked a growing economy and expanding influence in the region.

These coins are notable for their relatively low mintage of only 2,171,000 coins, making them a rare find in high grades. The "George and the Dragon" reverse design is particularly prized by collectors for its detailed depiction of St. George slaying the dragon.

As for the variants, the 1878 Melbourne Minted Sovereign is particularly sought after for its high-quality strikes and rarity in mint states, with MS63 being the best-known grade for this issue.

Coin Specifications

Attribute	Details
Year	1878
KM #	7
Marsh #	100
Minted	2,171,000
Proofs Minted	No
Best Grade	MS63
Value	Common