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1896 Queen Victoria Sovereign

The 1896 Queen Victoria Sovereign is a business-strike issue from Australia. composed of gold (.917) (7.9881 g).

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1896 Queen Victoria Sovereign

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The 1896 Queen Victoria Sovereign coin, engraved by William Wyon, 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 milled edge.

The obverse is queen victoria's young head, surrounded by legend. mintmark below bust. It reads "VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIAR: REG: F:D: W.W. M". The reverse is st george slaying the dragon, with the date in exergue below. It reads "1876 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
Milled
Designer
William Wyon
Currency
Pound sterling (1788-1929)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 1896 Queen Victoria Sovereign made of?
The 1896 Queen Victoria Sovereign is made of gold (.917), weighs 7.9881 grams, and measures 22.05 mm in diameter.
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