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2 Pounds - George V
1911 year| Gold (.9167) | 15.98 g | 28.4 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1911 |
| Value | 2 Sovereigns |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 15.98 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#13257 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
St. George slaying the dragon right, date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1911
B.P.
Engraver: Benedetto Pistrucci
Comment
The standard weight of a double sovereign was 320/623 troy ounce (246.5 grains). The pure gold content was 226 2/623 grains (14.6448 g).Interesting fact
The 1911 Gold Sovereign, featuring King George V, is a rare and valuable coin. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted in a year when the British Empire was at its peak, with the coin being produced at the Royal Mint in London and also at branch mints in Australia, Canada, and South Africa. This coin is a testament to the rich history and legacy of the British monarchy and the empire that once spanned across a quarter of the world's land area.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 2812 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Pounds - George V 1911 coin.
