1902 King Edward VII Perth Mint Gold Sovereign – 22ct Gold

The 1902 King Edward VII Gold Sovereign is a historic British Empire gold coin struck at the Perth branch of the Royal Mint in Western Australia. Produced in 22 carat (.9167 fine) gold, this sovereign weighs 7.98 grams and contains approximately 7.32 grams (0.2354 troy ounces) of pure gold. It represents the first year of King Edward VII sovereign coinage, marking the beginning of a new era following the long reign of Queen Victoria.

The obverse features the uncrowned “Bare Head” portrait of King Edward VII, designed by George William de Saulles. The reverse displays Benedetto Pistrucci’s celebrated St. George and the Dragon design, one of the most iconic motifs in numismatic history. The “P” mintmark located beneath the ground line on the reverse identifies this coin as a Perth Mint issue, connecting it to Australia’s youngest branch of the Royal Mint, which commenced sovereign production in 1899.

The 1902 Perth Mint Sovereign is highly sought after by collectors and investors for its historical significance, Australian mint heritage, and globally recognised gold content. As the first Edward VII sovereign struck at the Perth Mint, it represents an important transition from the Victorian era into the Edwardian period.