1 Sovereign - Elizabeth II (Sapphire Coronation Jubilee - Orb and Sceptre) 2018 front 1 Sovereign - Elizabeth II (Sapphire Coronation Jubilee - Orb and Sceptre) 2018 back
1 Sovereign - Elizabeth II (Sapphire Coronation Jubilee - Orb and Sceptre) 2018 photo
Obverse © PCGS – Reverse © Warwick & Warwick

1 Sovereign - Elizabeth II Sapphire Coronation Jubilee - Orb and Sceptre

2018 year
Gold 8 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Alderney (Guernsey)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2018
Value
1 Sovereign 1 GGP = USD 1.31
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold
Weight
8 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#396747
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

The Orb & Sceptre, background motif inspired by Westminster Abbey's south transept Rose Window

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1953 - 2018 CORONATION ANNIVERSARY
EIIR
SOVEREIGN

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issued in set (¼ Sovereign, ½ Sovereign and 1 Sovereign) - photos from © Warwick & Warwick / www.warwickandwarwick.com

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Sovereign - Elizabeth II (Sapphire Coronation Jubilee - Orb and Sceptre) 2018 coin from Alderney (Guernsey) is that it features a unique design that commemorates Queen Elizabeth II's Sapphire Coronation Jubilee, which marks 65 years since her coronation. The coin's design includes an image of the Queen wearing the Imperial State Crown, holding the Orb and Sceptre, and surrounded by a pattern of sapphires. This design is particularly special because it was created by acclaimed artist and sculptor, Paul Day, who is known for his work on various coins and medals. Additionally, the coin is made of gold, which adds to its value and collectibility.