Victoria 1879 Gold Sovereigns.

London Minted Gold Sovereigns

1879 Victoria Gold Sovereign

Young head Obverse and St George Reverse with long tail

Coin Description

The 1879 Victoria Gold Sovereign from the London Mint features the classic "Young Head" obverse and the iconic "St. George and the Dragon" reverse. The reverse design, with the dragon slaying knight, is one of the most recognized images in British coinage history.

This particular coin was minted with a relatively low mintage of just 20,000 pieces, making it quite rare. The AU55 grade indicates that these coins were circulated but still retain significant details. With a mintage of only 20,000, this coin is highly sought after by collectors, particularly in high-grade conditions.

Coin Specifications

Attribute	Details
Year	1879
KM #	752
Marsh #	90
Minted	20,000
Proofs Minted	No
Best Grade	AU55
Value	Rarity 4

Sydney Minted Gold Sovereigns

6 and 75 Shield

7 and 116 George and the Dragon

Coin Description

The 1879 Sydney Minted Gold Sovereign is part of a series of coins minted at the Sydney Mint. The coins are known for their unique design featuring the "George and the Dragon" reverse, which is a hallmark of British coinage. These coins are particularly valued for their rarity and unique minting history during Australia's early years as a colony.

With a mintage of 1,366,000, the 1879 Sydney Minted Sovereign is considered relatively common, though still prized by collectors. The coin's high-grade examples, such as those in MS62 and MS66, are considered scarce.

Coin Specifications

Attribute	Details
Year	1879
KM #	6
Marsh #	75
Minted	1,366,000
Proofs Minted	No
Best Grade	MS62
Value	Common

Attribute	Details
Year	1879
KM #	7
Marsh #	116
Minted	Inc in above
Proofs Minted	No
Best Grade	MS66
Value	Scarce

Melbourne Minted Gold Sovereigns

7 and 101 George and the Dragon.

Coin Description

The 1879 Melbourne Minted Gold Sovereign is a significant coin in Australian coinage history. This coin features the "George and the Dragon" design, an iconic symbol of British currency. The reverse features St. George slaying the dragon, a design that has become synonymous with British coinage.

With a mintage of 2,740,000, it is relatively common but still holds a special place in the hearts of collectors, particularly those focused on Australian mint marks. The coin's grade of MS63 makes it a desirable item in higher-quality collections, though it remains accessible to a wide range of numismatists.

Known for its distinctive "M" mintmark, these sovereigns are often sought after by collectors interested in Australian colonial history. The "George and the Dragon" reverse is particularly prized for its beautiful detail and historical significance.

Coin Specifications

Attribute	Details
Year	1879
KM #	7
Marsh #	101
Minted	2,740,000
Proofs Minted	Yes
Best Grade	MS63
Value	Common