Gold Sovereigns
1899 Widow Head Sovereign
Widow head Obverse and St George Reverse.
The 1899 London Minted Gold Sovereign features the Widow Head obverse of Queen Victoria and the iconic St. George and the Dragon reverse design. The coin was minted in large quantities, with 7,516,000 pieces produced, making it a common find in good condition. It remains a popular coin among collectors due to its historical significance during the reign of Queen Victoria. The MS63 grade indicates its relatively high preservation state, ensuring it is a valuable addition to any collection of Victorian-era gold coins.
Attribute | Details |
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Year | 1899 |
KM # | 785 |
Marsh # | 150 |
Minted | 7,516,000 |
Proofs Minted | No |
Best Grade | MS63 |
Value | Common |
1899 Widow Head Sovereign
13 and 168 Widow head Obverse and St George Reverse.
The 1899 Sydney Minted Gold Sovereign features the Widow Head obverse of Queen Victoria and the popular St. George and the Dragon reverse. A total of 3,259,000 pieces were minted, making this coin relatively common, though it remains a prized piece for collectors due to its historical importance and striking design. The MS63 grade indicates a coin in good condition with a higher level of preservation.
Attribute | Details |
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Year | 1899 |
KM # | 13 |
Marsh # | 168 |
Minted | 3,259,000 |
Proofs Minted | No |
Best Grade | MS63 |
Value | Common |
1899 Widow Head Sovereign
Widow head Obverse and St George Reverse with George and the Dragon.
The 1899 Melbourne Minted Gold Sovereign features the Widow Head obverse of Queen Victoria and the classic St. George and the Dragon reverse. A total of 5,579,000 coins were minted, making this coin fairly common among collectors. It is known for its beautiful design and high-quality minting, with a best grade of MS64.
Attribute | Details |
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Year | 1899 |
KM # | 13 |
Marsh # | 159 |
Minted | 5,579,000 |
Proofs Minted | Yes |
Best Grade | MS64 |
Value | Common |
1899 Widow Head Sovereign
Widow head Obverse and St George Reverse with George and the Dragon.
The 1899 Perth Minted Gold Sovereign features the Widow Head obverse and St. George and the Dragon reverse. A total of 690,000 coins were minted, making this coin rare and highly sought after by collectors. It has a best grade of MS63, indicating high quality and desirability in the numismatic community.
Attribute | Details |
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Year | 1899 |
KM # | 13 |
Marsh # | 171 |
Minted | 690,000 |
Proofs Minted | Yes |
Best Grade | MS63 |
Value | Scarce |