Victoria 1880 Gold Sovereigns.

London Minted Gold Sovereigns

1880 Victoria Gold Sovereign

Young head Obverse and St George Reverse

• 91C 8 over 7
• 91D 8 over 7 and no initials (B.P.)

Coin Description

The 1880 Victoria Gold Sovereign was minted in London and features the Young Head obverse and St George Reverse with a long tail. It is a part of the famous British series of gold sovereigns and has become a popular coin among collectors.

With a total mintage of 3,650,000, the 1880 Sovereign is considered common, though it remains a valuable piece for collectors, particularly those focused on British and Australian colonial coinage.

There are several variants of this coin, including versions with different tail lengths and initials on the reverse. These variants affect the rarity and value of the coins in the market.

Coin Specifications

Attribute	Details
Year	1880
KM #	752
Marsh #	91, 91A, 91B, 91C, 91D, 91E
Minted	3,650,000
Proofs Minted	No
Best Grade	MS62, MS63
Value	Rarity4, Scarce, Rare

Variants

• 91A No initials (B.P.)
• 91B Short tail on horse
• 91C 8 over 7
• 91D 8 over 7 and no initials (B.P.)
• 91E Long tail

Sydney Minted Gold Sovereigns

6 and 76 Shield.

7 and 117 George and the Dragon.

Coin Description

The 1880 Sydney Minted Gold Sovereign is notable for its variety, including different mintmark variants such as the 6 and 76 Shield, and the 7 and 117 George and the Dragon designs. The coin was part of a limited mintage, with only 1,459,000 minted.

Variants like 117A and 117B showcase differences in the minting process, including variations in the BP initials and the tail length on the reverse side. These differences contribute to the coin's rarity and value.

Collectors often focus on the coin's grade, with MS61 being a common grade and MS63 being considered scarce. The 117A variant, which includes a large BP, and the 117B variant with no BP, are also significant in terms of value and collector interest.

Coin Specifications

Attribute	Details
Year	1880
KM #	6, 7
Marsh #	76, 117, 117A, 117B
Minted	1,459,000
Proofs Minted	No
Best Grade	MS61, MS62, MS63
Value	Common, Scarce, Rare

Variants

• 117A Large BP
• 117B No BP
• Long Tail

Melbourne Minted Gold Sovereigns

6 and 61 Shield.

7 and 102 George and the Dragon.

Coin Description

The 1880 Melbourne Minted Gold Sovereign is a key part of Australian numismatics. Known for its unique minting marks, this coin is prized by collectors worldwide. It features the classic St. George and the Dragon design on the reverse side and the Young Head of Victoria on the obverse.

Variants include the 6 and 61 Shield, with very few known in high grades. The coin was minted in a relatively limited quantity, making it a rare and sought-after piece. The “George and the Dragon” reverse is especially popular due to its detailed craftsmanship and symbolic representation of the era.

The Melbourne Minted Gold Sovereign, in particular, is an important part of Australia’s colonial history, with its mintmark and design reflecting both British influence and the growing autonomy of the Australian colonies.

Coin Specifications

Attribute	Details
Year	1880
KM #	6, 7
Marsh #	61, 102
Minted	1,459,000 (6), 3,053,000 (7)
Proofs Minted	No
Best Grade	MS61, MS62, MS63
Value	Common, Scarce

Variants

• 6 and 61 Shield
• 7 and 102 George and the Dragon