Gold Sovereigns

Victoria 1897 Gold Sovereigns.

London Minted Gold Sovereigns.

1897 Victoria Gold Sovereign.

None produced

Australia Gold Sovereigns

Sydney Minted Gold Sovereigns

1897 Victoria Gold Sovereign.

13 and 166 Widow head and George and the Dragon.

1896 Widow Sovereign

Coin Description

The 1897 Sydney Minted Gold Sovereign features a Widow Head obverse and George and the Dragon reverse design. This coin is particularly valued for its unique characteristics and its place in the historical context of British Commonwealth mints. The coin’s production was substantial, with over 2.5 million minted, although it remains common for collectors in lower grades.

Coin Specifications

Attribute Details
Year 1897
KM # 13
Marsh # 166
Minted 2,532,000
Proofs Minted No
Best Grade MS63
Value Common

Melbourne Minted Gold Sovereigns

1897 Victoria Gold Sovereign.

13 and 157 Widow head and George and the Dragon.

1897 Widow Head Gold Sovereign Melbourne Gold Sovereign

Coin Description

The 1897 Melbourne Minted Gold Sovereign features the classic Widow Head obverse with the iconic George and the Dragon reverse design. Produced in large quantities, this coin remains a favorite among collectors, particularly due to its historical significance in the British Commonwealth. With a mintage of over 5 million, it is relatively common in lower grades.

Coin Specifications

Attribute Details
Year 1897
KM # 13
Marsh # 157
Minted 5,130,000
Proofs Minted Yes
Best Grade MS64
Value Common