© Sincona AG
© Sincona AG
1 Sovereign - Victoria Pattern
1880 year| Silver | 4.65 g | - |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1880 |
| Value | 1 Sovereign |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.65 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#317671 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
St. George slaying the dragon right, date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1880
Engraver: Benedetto Pistrucci
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Sovereign - Victoria (Pattern) 1880 from United Kingdom is that it was designed by William Wyon, a renowned engraver and designer at the Royal Mint. Wyon's design features a young Queen Victoria, depicted in a crown and surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves, symbolizing victory and excellence. The coin's obverse side bears the inscription "VICTORIA DEI GRATIA" (Victoria, by the grace of God), while the reverse side features the iconic St. George and the Dragon design, representing the United Kingdom's rich history and heritage.
