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1 Sovereign - Elizabeth II Saint George and the Dragon
2018 year| Gold (.916) | 7.98 g | 22.05 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2018 |
| Value | 1 Sovereign 1 GIP = USD 1.31 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.916) |
| Weight | 7.98 g |
| Diameter | 22.05 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#416531 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St George on horse, with a lancet in hand on left, the dragon on right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
23.04.18
MMXVIII
Designer: Angela Pistrucci
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Coins struck on 23.04.2018 has an additional “Royal Baby” mintmark: 23.04.18 (date of the birth of Prince Louise, third baby of Prince William and Princess Kate):
Interesting fact
The 1 Sovereign - Elizabeth II (Saint George and the Dragon) 2018 coin from Gibraltar features a unique design, showcasing Saint George, the patron saint of England, slaying a dragon. This design is a nod to the legendary tale of Saint George and the Dragon, which has been a popular motif in art and literature for centuries.
