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1 Sovereign - Elizabeth II The Legend of Saint George - Town in fear
2018 year| Gold (.9167) | 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 (.9167) |
| Weight | 7.98 g |
| Diameter | 22.05 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#402091 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dragon perched on the mountain, fiercely overlooking the town.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE LEGEND OF SAINT GEORGE
TOWN IN FEAR
Designer: Angela Pistrucci
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Sovereign coin from Gibraltar featuring Elizabeth II and the Legend of Saint George has a unique feature - it has a frosted finish, giving it a distinctive look and feel. This finish is achieved through a special minting process that creates a textured, matte surface. This technique adds an extra layer of visual interest to the coin, making it stand out from other coins.
