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5 Pounds - George V
1911 year| Gold (.9167) | 39.94 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1911 |
| Value | 5 Pounds |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 39.94 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#13256 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
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 five sovereign was 1 177/623 troy ounce (616.4 grains). The pure gold content was 565 5/623 grains (36.6119 g).Interesting fact
The 1911 Gold Sovereign, also known as the "George V 1911," is a non-circulating coin that was minted to commemorate the coronation of King George V. It is made of 22-karat gold and weighs 39.94 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it has a low mintage of only 20,000 coins, making it a rare and valuable collector's item. Additionally, the coin features a unique design, with the obverse bearing the image of King George V and the reverse featuring a depiction of St. George slaying a dragon.
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 5 Pounds - George V 1911 coin.
