The 1896 London Minted Gold Sovereign features the Widow Head design, which was introduced following Queen Victoria's death. This design is paired with the classic St. George and the Dragon reverse, showcasing the legendary image of St. George slaying the dragon, symbolizing victory and the English monarchy.

This coin, with a total mintage of 2,285,000, is widely collected for its historical significance and aesthetic beauty. In particular, the MS64 grade is a well-regarded classification, making it a great piece for collectors seeking high-quality coins from this era.

Coin Specifications

Attribute	Details
Year	1896
KM #	785
Marsh #	148
Minted	2,285,000
Proofs Minted	No
Best Grade	MS64
Value	Common

Australia Gold Sovereigns

Sydney Minted Gold Sovereigns

13 and 165 Widow head and George and the Dragon.

Coin Description

The 1896 Sydney Minted Gold Sovereign is a prized piece for collectors, known for its Widow Head obverse, which marks a significant design shift after Queen Victoria’s passing. The reverse features the iconic St. George and the Dragon design, symbolizing strength and resilience. With a mintage of 2,544,000, it is relatively scarce in high grades, with MS62 being the best-known grade for this issue.

Coin Specifications

Attribute	Details
Year	1896
KM #	13
Marsh #	165
Minted	2,544,000
Proofs Minted	No
Best Grade	MS62
Value	Scarce

Melbourne Minted Gold Sovereigns

13 and 156 Widow head and George and the Dragon.

Coin Description

The 1896 Melbourne Minted Gold Sovereign is a striking coin featuring the Widow Head obverse, which was introduced following Queen Victoria’s death. The reverse design showcases St. George slaying the dragon, a powerful symbol of strength. With a mintage of 4,456,000 coins, this issue remains common in lower grades, but it is highly sought after in MS64 for its exceptional quality.

Coin Specifications

Attribute	Details
Year	1896
KM #	13
Marsh #	156
Minted	4,456,000
Proofs Minted	Yes
Best Grade	MS64
Value	Common