© The Royal Mint, 1998
© The Royal Mint, 1998
1 Sovereign - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; with 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 | 1998-2008 |
| 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 |
| Thickness | 1.52 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#14332 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 48% |
Reverse
St. George slaying the dragon right, date and designer's initials in exergue.
Note: Plumed helmet on reverse with streamer
Script: Latin
Lettering: 2000 B.P.
Designer: Benedetto Pistrucci
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Sp#SC4 (1998-2008) Based on the original design of 1820 with plumed helmet on reverse with streamer.The 1998 strike was issued as part of a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (789 sales, issue limit 1,500), a 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (560 sales, issue limit 2,000) and individually (10,000 sales, issue limit 10,000).
© The Royal Mint, 1998
The 1999 strike was issued as part of a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (991 sales, issue limit 1,000), a 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (912 sales, issue limit 1,250) and individually (10,000 sales, issue limit 10,000).
© The Royal Mint, 1999
The 2000 strike was issued as part of a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,000 sales, issue limit 1,000), a 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,250 sales, issue limit 1,250), a 2-coin issue with a Jersey Sovereign, individually in proof (9,909 sales, issue limit 10,000) and individually in bullion (issue limit 250,000).
© The Royal Mint, 2000
The 2001 strike was issued as part of a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,000 sales, issue limit 1,000), a 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (891 sales, issue limit 1,500), individually in proof (8,915 sales, issue limit 12,500) and individually in bullion (issue limit 100,000).
© The Royal Mint, 2001
The 2003 strike was issued as part of a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set, issue limit: 2,250 (2,050 sales), a 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,737 sales, issue limit 2,500), individually in proof (12,433 sales, issue limit 15,000) and individually in bullion.
© The Royal Mint, 2003
The 2004 strike was issued as part of a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,749 sales, issue limit 2,250), a 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (761 sales, issue limit 2,500) individually in proof (10,175 sales, issue limit 15,000) and individually in bullion.
© The Royal Mint, 2004
The 2006 strike was issued as part of a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,750 sales, issue limit 1,750), a 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (540 sales, issue limit 1,750) individually in proof (9,195 sales, issue limit: 12,500) and individually in bullion.
© The Royal Mint, 2006
The 2007 strike was issued as part of a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,750 sales, issue limit 1,750), a 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (651 sales, issue limit 750), a 2-coin Sovereign Proof set (818 sales), individually in proof (8,199 sales, issue limit 10,000) and individually in bullion (issue limit 75,000).
© The Royal Mint, 2007
The 2008 strike was issued as part of a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,750 sales, issue limit 1,750), a 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (583 sales, issue limit 750), a 2-coin Sovereign Proof set (804 sales), individually in proof (7,735 sales, issue limit 12,500) and individually in bullion (issue limit 75,000).
© The Royal Mint, 2008
2007 strikes feature a lower relief and small date and small designer's initials in exergue, while the 2008 strike has a larger date. This 'standard' type sovereign was not struck in 2002 or 2005 due to special commemorative issues.
From 2009 the plumed helmet on reverse had no streamer.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Sovereign - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; with streamer) 1998-2008 coin is that it features a unique design element known as a "streamer" or "ribbon" that flows behind Queen Elizabeth II's head. This design element was added to the coin's design to symbolize the Queen's reign and her commitment to the Commonwealth. The streamer is depicted as a flowing ribbon that originates from the Queen's crown and flows down the coin's design, creating a sense of movement and dynamism. This design element sets the coin apart from other coins in the Sovereign series and adds an extra layer of depth and meaning to the coin's design.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 11349 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1999 | 11903 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2000 | 12159 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2001 | 10806 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2003 | 16220 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2004 | 12685 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2006 | 11485 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2007 | 11418 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2008 | 10872 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; with streamer) 1998-2008 coin.
