The 1894 Victoria Gold Sovereign was minted in London and features the Widow Head Obverse. The design of Queen Victoria’s head in widowhood was introduced after the death of Prince Albert, adding a distinctive mark to the coin’s history.

The reverse shows St. George slaying the dragon, a classic design that has adorned British coins for centuries. These coins are highly sought after for their historical significance and their relatively low mintage compared to other years.

Coin Specifications

Attribute	Details
Year	1894
KM #	785
Marsh #	146
Minted	3,783,000
Proofs Minted	No
Best Grade	MS64
Value	Common

Variants

None

Australia Gold Sovereigns

Sydney Minted Gold Sovereigns

13 and 163 Widow head and George and the Dragon.

Coin Description

The 1894 Sydney Minted Gold Sovereign features the Widow Head design of Queen Victoria. It was struck in relatively high quantities, with 3,067,000 minted in total. The design continues to showcase St. George and the Dragon on the reverse, a classic British motif.

This coin, with the "Widow Head" obverse, was issued during a transitional period after the death of Prince Albert, marking a period of mourning for Queen Victoria. The coin’s minting is notable for its widespread circulation and popularity among collectors.

Coin Specifications

Attribute	Details
Year	1894
KM #	13
Marsh #	163
Minted	3,067,000
Proofs Minted	Yes
Best Grade	MS63
Value	Common

Variants

None

Melbourne Minted Gold Sovereigns

13 and 154 Widow head and George and the Dragon.

Coin Description

The 1894 Melbourne Minted Gold Sovereign is an example of the Widow Head design, a popular design during the later years of Queen Victoria’s reign. It features a tribute to her with a mourning aspect, as symbolized by the Widow Head. The reverse continues the iconic St. George and the Dragon design, a staple of British coinage.

This coin is part of the Melbourne Mint’s output, with over 4 million coins produced. Despite its relatively large mintage, the coin remains valuable due to its distinctive design and its place in British numismatic history.

Coin Specifications

Attribute	Details
Year	1894
KM #	13
Marsh #	154
Minted	4,166,000
Proofs Minted	Yes
Best Grade	MS63
Value	Common

Variants

None