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© Baldwins of St James Ltd
1 Sovereign - George III Pattern
1816 year| Gold (.9167) | 7.97 g | 22.1 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1760-1820) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1816 |
| Value | 1 Sovereign |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 7.97 g |
| Diameter | 22.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#314133 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Ornate crowned quartered shield of arms, legend around, divided date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITANNIARUM REX FID DEF
1816
Translation: King of Britain Defender of the Faith
Engraver: Thomas Wyon the Younger
Edge
Milled
Comment
Some sub-varieties exist.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Sovereign - George III (Pattern) 1816 from United Kingdom is that it was designed by the famous Italian engraver, Benedetto Pistrucci. Pistrucci was known for his exceptional skill in die-engraving and his designs were highly sought after by collectors. The coin's design features a crowned and robed George III facing right, with a shield bearing the arms of the United Kingdom in his left hand and a scepter in his right. The reverse of the coin features a crowned shield with the arms of the United Kingdom, surrounded by a wreath. Pistrucci's work on this coin is considered one of his finest achievements and adds to its historical and numismatic significance.
