© The Royal Mint, 2009
© The Royal Mint, 2009
1 Sovereign - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; no streamer
| Gold (.9167) | 7.98 g | 22.05 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 2009-2015 |
| Value | 1 Sovereign 1 GBP = USD 1.31 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 7.98 g |
| Diameter | 22.05 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#325934 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 44% |
Reverse
St. George slaying the dragon right, date and designer's initials in exergue.
Note: plumed helmet with no streamer
Script: Latin
Lettering: 2009 B.P.
Designer: Benedetto Pistrucci
Edge
Milled
Comment
Based on the design of the 1821 sovereign with plumed helmet on reverse with no streamer. This 'standard' type sovereign was not struck in 2012 due to the Diamond Jubilee special commemorative. There have been several Strike on the Day issues which are listed below.The 2009 strike was issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,750 sales, issue limit 1,750), a 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (666 sales, issue limit 750), a 2-coin Sovereign Proof set, individually in proof (7,354 sales, issue limit 12,500) and in bullion (issue limit 50,000).
© The Royal Mint, 2009
The 2010 strike was issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,461 sales, issue limit 1,750), a premium 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (558 sales, issue limit 750), a standard 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (issue limit 1,500), a 2-coin Sovereign Proof set, individually in proof (6,809 sales, issue limit 7,500) and in bullion.
© The Royal Mint, 2010
The 2011 strike was issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,028 sales, issue limit 1,500), a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (issue limit 200), a 3-coin Premium Sovereign Proof set (issue limit 750), a 3-coin Standard Sovereign Proof set (issue limit 1,000), individually in proof (7,181 sales) and in bullion (issue limit 250,000).
© The Royal Mint, 2011
The 2013 strike was issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (388 sales, issue limit 1,000), a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (495 sales), a 3-coin Premium Sovereign Proof set (380 sales, issue limit 400), a 3-coin Standard Sovereign Proof set (652 sales), individually in proof (8,243 sales, issue limit 7,500) and in brilliant uncirculated as well as in bullion.
© The Royal Mint, 2013
There were two Strike on the Day issues in 2013, the first to commemorate the 60th Anniversary of The Queen's Coronation on 2nd June (900 sales, 2,013 issue limit), there was also a 3-coin set issued on this day, containing a Double Sovereign, Sovereign and Half Sovereign (124 sales). The second issue commemorated the birth of Prince George on 22nd July (2,013 sales, issue limit 2,013). Neither featured any difference from the BU strike.
© The Royal Mint, 2013
The 2014 strike was issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (375 sales, issue limit 750), a 3-coin Premium Sovereign Proof set (306 sales, issue limit 500), a 3-coin Standard Sovereign Proof set (652 sales, issue limit 750), individually in proof (3,263 sales, issue limit 7,500) and in brilliant uncirculated as well as in bullion.
© The Royal Mint, 2014
There was a Strike on the Day issue to commemorate the first Birthday of Prince George on 22nd July (398 sales, issue limit 400), The strike has a prooflike appearance.
© The Royal Mint, 2014
The 2015 4th portrait strike was issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (507 sales, issue limit 600), a 3-coin Premium Sovereign Proof set (328 sales, issue limit 500), a 3-coin Standard Sovereign Proof set (664 sales, issue limit 1,000), a 2-coin set commemorating the centenary of World War I, in a 2-coin wedding set with a 1/4oz Silver Britannia (71 sales, issue limit 100), individually in proof (4,546 sales, issue limit 7,750) and in brilliant uncirculated as well as in bullion.
© The Royal Mint, 2015
There were two Strike on the Day issues in 2015, however only the first features this 4th portrait, this was to commemorate the birth of Princess Charlotte on 2nd May (743 sales, issue limit 750), this strike is the same as the BU strike.
© The Royal Mint, 2015
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Sovereign - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; no streamer) 2009-2015 coin from the United Kingdom is that it features a unique design element known as a "privy mark." A privy mark is a small symbol or design element that is added to a coin's design to signify a particular event, anniversary, or milestone. In the case of this coin, the privy mark is a small image of a shield with the initials "EIIR" (for Elizabeth II Regina) inside, which was added to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's reign. This privy mark can be found on the coin's obverse (front) side, just below the Queen's portrait.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 9770 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2010 | 8828 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2011 | 8209 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2013 | 10158 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2014 | 398 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2015 | 6045 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Sovereign - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; no streamer) 2009-2015 coin.
