5 Sovereigns - Elizabeth II Saint George and the Dragon
2017 year| Gold (.916) | 39.94 g | 36.02 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 5 Sovereigns 5 GIP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.916) |
| Weight | 39.94 g |
| Diameter | 36.02 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#408395 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St George, atop his destrier, has a raised lancet, just in the act of striking it down to kill the dragon below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE
AP
Translation: Shame be to him who thinks evil of it
Designer: Angela Pistrucci
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued in set of 5 coins (photo from Chards Coins and Bullion Dealer):
An iconic design remastered. In 1817 the Italian sculptor Benedetto Pistrucci created his masterpiece ‘Saint George and the Dragon’ design for the UK Sovereign. An instant classic, the design has appeared on gold coins issued almost every year since then. Today, to honour the 200th Anniversary of her great-great-great great uncle Benedetto’s iconic design, Angela Pistrucci has crafted a modern interpretation exclusively for the Government of Gibraltar and the London Mint Office. An accomplished artist and sculptor in her own right, Angela has spent two years perfecting the design, and we believe it is one of the most stunning coins we have ever produced.
Interesting fact
The 5 Sovereigns - Elizabeth II (Saint George and the Dragon) 2017 coin from Gibraltar features a unique design, showcasing Saint George, the patron saint of England, slaying a dragon. This design is a nod to the rich history and culture of Gibraltar, a British Overseas Territory located at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 499 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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