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1920 Sydney King George V Sovereign

The 1920 Sydney King George V Sovereign is a notable die variety from Australia. composed of gold (.917) (7.9881 g).

1920 Sydney King George V Sovereign

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The 1920 Sydney 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)

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Other 1920 King George V Sovereign variants
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 1920 Sydney King George V Sovereign made of?
The 1920 Sydney King George V Sovereign is made of gold (.917), weighs 7.9881 grams, and measures 22.05 mm in diameter.