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1829 King George IV Sovereign

The 1829 King George IV Sovereign is a business-strike issue from the United Kingdom. composed of gold (.9167) (7.99 g).

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1829 King George IV Sovereign

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The 1829 King George IV Sovereign coin, engraved by Benedetto Pistrucci, and made of gold (.9167). Weighing 7.99 grams, with a diameter of 22 mm, and and a thickness of 1.5 mm.

The obverse is laureate portrait of king george iv left, legend around. It reads "GEORGIUS IIII D: G: BRITANNIAR: REX F: D:". The reverse is st george slaying the dragon right, date in exergue. It reads "1821 B.P.".

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Specifications

Type
Standard circulation coin
Composition
Gold (.9167)
Weight
7.99 g
Diameter
22 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Designer
Benedetto Pistrucci
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)

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What is the 1829 King George IV Sovereign made of?
The 1829 King George IV Sovereign is made of gold (.9167), weighs 7.99 grams, and measures 22 mm in diameter.
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