Historic 1843 Queen Victoria Young Head Gold Sovereign

The 1843 Queen Victoria Young Head Sovereign is a distinguished early Victorian gold coin and one of the earliest sovereigns issued during Queen Victoria’s reign. Struck by The Royal Mint in 22-carat gold, this historic coin has a total weight of approximately 7.98 grams and contains around 7.32 grams of pure gold.

The obverse features the elegant Young Head portrait of Queen Victoria facing left, designed by the renowned engraver William Wyon. The reverse displays the classic crowned shield of the Royal Arms within a laurel wreath, designed by Jean Baptiste Merlen, accompanied by the inscription “BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF:”, meaning “Queen of the Britains, Defender of the Faith”.

As part of the early Young Head sovereign series struck from 1838 onwards, the 1843 issue represents an important period in British numismatic history. Its historic significance, traditional shield-back design, and substantial gold content make it highly desirable among collectors and precious metal enthusiasts. These coins are generally pre-owned and selected for resale where they are in suitable condition. Galaxy Coins offers authentic historical gold coins with confidence and transparency.