1884 Victoria Gold Full Sovereign Melbourne Mint Saint George Coin

Classic Coinage Portrait Of Queen Victoria

The obverse of this Australian coin features the Young Head effigy of Queen Victoria. This popular portrait is the work of William Wyon, whose 'W.W.' initials appear on the truncation of Victoria's neck. An 'M' mintmark can be seen below. The inscription reads 'VICTORIA D: G: BRITANNIAR: REG: F: D:'.

Pistrucci's Saint George And The Dragon

Benedetto Pistrucci's interpretation of the legend of Saint George appears on the reverse of these Melbourne mint coins. The date (1884) is shown below, with the artist's initials to the right.

Melbourne Mint Gold Sovereign Specifications

Melbourne mint Sovereigns are struck to the same specification as their London and Sydney mint counterparts. These coins are made of 22-carat gold, measure just over 22 millimetres in diameter and weigh approximately 7.98 grams.

Mintage Numbers For 1884-M Sovereigns

These coins come from an annual issue of 2,942,630 gold 'full' Sovereigns struck at the Melbourne mint in 1884. This figure also includes 1884-dated shield-reverse Sovereigns, which were issued alongside the St George design coins.

Historic Australian Branch Mint Sovereigns

Historic branch mint Sovereigns remain popular with collectors looking to complete date sets and those interested in the early history of Australian coinage. Our 1884-M Saint George Sovereigns are individually graded and authenticated and ready to add to your cabinet.

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