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1 Sovereign - Victoria
| Gold (.917) | 7.9881 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | British colonies (Australia) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1887-1893 |
| Value | 1 Sovereign |
| Currency | Pound (1788-1966) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 7.9881 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1.52 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#28487 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 37% |
Reverse
St George slaying the dragon, with the date in exergue below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
M
S B.P.
1889
Engraver: Benedetto Pistrucci
Edge
Milled
Comment
Mintmarks:M = Melbourne Mint
S = Sydney Mint
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1887-1893 British colonies (Australia) Victoria 1 Sovereign coin is that it was minted during a time when the British Empire was at its peak, with Queen Victoria being the reigning monarch. This coin was used as a symbol of the empire's power and influence, and its gold content and intricate design made it a valuable and sought-after currency. Additionally, the fact that it was minted in Australia highlights the country's historical ties to the British Empire and its role in the global economy during that time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1887 M | 940000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1887 S | 1002000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1888 M | 2830000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1888 S | 2187000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1889 M | 2732000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1889 S | 3262000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1890 M | 2473000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1890 S | 2808000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1891 M | 2749000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1891 S | 2596000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1892 M | 3488000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1892 S | 2837000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1893 M | 1649000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1893 S | 1498000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Sovereign - Victoria 1887-1893 coin.
