Victoria 1886 Gold Sovereigns.

Sydney Minted Gold Sovereigns

6 and 82 Shield

7 and 123 George and the Dragon.

Coin Description

The 1886 Sydney Minted Gold Sovereign features the iconic St. George and the Dragon reverse design. The “S” mintmark and the distinctive "George and the Dragon" design make this coin a valuable and highly sought-after piece among collectors.

This sovereign has a mintage of 1,677,000 coins, which makes it relatively scarce, particularly in higher grades such as MS63. The coin is popular due to its historical significance as part of Australia's early numismatic history.

With MS63 being the most common grade, this sovereign remains a cornerstone of Australian gold coinage and is a staple in many collectors' portfolios.

Coin Specifications

Attribute	Details
Year	1886
KM #	6
Marsh #	82
Minted	1,677,000
Proofs Minted	Yes
Best Grade	MS63
Value	Scarce

Variants

• 7 and 123 George and the Dragon

Melbourne Minted Gold Sovereigns

6 and 67 Shield

7 and 108 George and the Dragon

Coin Description

The 1886 Melbourne Minted Gold Sovereign is one of the iconic coins in the Australian series, known for its "M" mintmark, indicating it was struck at the Melbourne Mint. The coin features the classic St. George and the Dragon design, a staple of British numismatic history.

With a mintage of 2,957,000, the 1886 sovereign is considered rare in higher grades like MS62. It’s a coin that appeals to collectors due to its historical value and the rarity of high-grade examples, particularly MS63.

The "George and the Dragon" reverse remains a highlight of the coin's design, with St. George depicted triumphing over the dragon. The "M" mintmark further adds value to the coin, as it marks it as a piece of Australia's numismatic heritage.

Coin Specifications

Attribute	Details
Year	1886
KM #	6
Marsh #	67
Minted	2,957,000
Proofs Minted	Yes
Best Grade	MS63
Value	Common

Variants

• 7 and 108 George and the Dragon