Overview
A remarkable set of ten 22-karat gold sovereigns, each containing approximately 0.2354 troy ounces of pure gold. These coins feature the iconic St. George and the Dragon reverse and represent the 'gold…
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Overview
A remarkable set of ten 22-karat gold sovereigns, each containing approximately 0.2354 troy ounces of pure gold. These coins feature the iconic St. George and the Dragon reverse and represent the 'gold…
Story
During the late 19th century, the British Gold Sovereign was known as the 'chief coin of the world,' accepted as legal tender in almost every corner of the globe.
Maker / Origin
The Royal Mint is one of the world's oldest and most prestigious institutions, with a history stretching back over 1,100 years.
Condition & Value
The coins show signs of being 'ex-jewelry,' specifically the small jump rings soldered to the edges. This modification constitutes permanent damage to a coin collector, but for a jewelry lover, it preserves the history of the piece. The gold itself shows expected wear from its time as a bracelet.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Regional auction
· Jun 2024Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
$1,280
Dealer archive
· Mar 2024Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
$1,450
Marketplace sale
· Jan 2024Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
$980
Estate platform
· Oct 2023Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
$1,150
Auction result
· Aug 2023Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.
$1,375