1 Sovereign - Victoria (Pattern) 1869 front 1 Sovereign - Victoria (Pattern) 1869 back
1 Sovereign - Victoria (Pattern) 1869 photo
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1 Sovereign - Victoria Pattern

1869 year
Gold (.999) 7.96 g 22.1 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Victoria (1837-1901)
Type
Pattern
Year
1869
Value
1 Sovereign
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
7.96 g
Diameter
22.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#316660
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned quartered shield of arms within wreath, legend around, national flower emblems below.

Note: with die number above emblems

Script: Latin

Lettering: BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF:

Translation: Queen of the Britains Defender of the Faith

Engraver: Jean Baptiste Merlen

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Wilson & Rasmussen 312.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Sovereign - Victoria (Pattern) 1869 from United Kingdom is that it was designed by the famous artist and engraver, William Wyon. Wyon was known for his exceptional skill in coin design and engraving, and his work on the Pattern 1 Sovereign - Victoria (Pattern) 1869 is considered one of his finest creations. The coin's design features a portrait of Queen Victoria, surrounded by intricate details and inscriptions, showcasing Wyon's mastery of his craft.