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$1,935.00
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The 1963 Gold Sovereign features Queen Elizabeth II’s “Young Head” portrait by Mary Gillick—her first coinage effigy. Struck at the Royal Mint in London, it was produced during the bullion revival era (1957–1968) and remains one of the more common modern sovereigns.
Obverse Design:
Displays a youthful laureate bust of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, designed by Mary Gillick.
The Latin inscription reads: “ELIZABETH·II·DEI·GRATIA·REGINA·F:D:” (“Elizabeth II, by the Grace of God, Queen, Defender of the Faith”).
Reverse Design:
Features Benedetto Pistrucci’s classical depiction of St George slaying the dragon, with the designer’s initials “B.P.” and the date “1963” below.
Specifications
Metal: 22-carat gold (91.67% purity) — Crown gold alloy standards.
Total Weight: 7.98 g
Gold Content: 7.3224 g (0.2354 troy oz)
Diameter: 22.05 mm
Thickness: 1.52 mm
Edge: Milled
Face Value: £1 (Sovereign)
Mint: Royal Mint, London (no mintmark)
Classic Portrait: Features the first Elizabeth II effigy, commonly featured on coinage of this era.
Timeless Design: The St George and the Dragon reverse offers a revered, iconic image from British coinage.
Liquidity & Availability: Large mintage ensures it remains easy to source and ideal for stacking or collecting.
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