1916 Melbourne King George V Sovereign
The 1916 Melbourne King George V Sovereign is a notable die variety from Australia. composed of gold (.917) (7.9881 g).
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The 1916 Melbourne King George V Sovereign coin, engraved by Edgar Bertram MacKennal, and made of gold (.917). Weighing 7.9881 grams, with a diameter of 22.05 mm, and a thickness of 1.52 mm, and featuring a reeded edge.
The obverse is bust of king george v facing left encircled by lettering. initials of designer at neck line of bust. It reads "GEORGIVS V D.G.BRITT:OMN:REX F.D.IND:IMP: B.M.". The reverse is st george slaying the dragon with the mint mark below the right horses hoof and center of year. mint mark and year of mintage below design, designers initials (in smaller size lettering) to right of year. It reads "M 1911 B.P.".
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Specifications
- Type
- Standard circulation coin
- Composition
- Gold (.917)
- Weight
- 7.9881 g
- Diameter
- 22.05 mm
- Thickness
- 1.52 mm
- Edge
- Reeded
- Designer
- Edgar Bertram MacKennal
- Currency
- Pound sterling (1788-1929)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the 1916 Melbourne King George V Sovereign made of?
- The 1916 Melbourne King George V Sovereign is made of gold (.917), weighs 7.9881 grams, and measures 22.05 mm in diameter.