Specification
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Alloy
22K Gold - 916.7Au
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Denomination
5 SOVEREIGN - £5
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Weight
39.94g
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Authority
St. Helena
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Diameter
36.02mm
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Edge
Milled
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Issue limit
50
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Total Mintage
150
In 1818, new crown coins of 5 shillings were minted in the fifty-eighth year of King George III’s reign, the first such coins ever issued since he became King in 1760.
The reverse designs seen on these large silver coins included the classic and iconic numismatic masterpiece of Benedetto Pistrucci’s “St George slaying the Dragon”. His exemplary creation was first included on British gold Sovereigns in 1817 which were issued as part of Great Britain’s revised coinage that fundamentally changed the everyday commerce of Britain the year before with the introduction of the Great Recoinage.
The Five Sovereign coin from our 2020 Sovereign collection includes a stunning and classic interpretation of England’s patron Saint George on horseback slaying the fierce dragon. This intricately detailed scene created by artist Veronica Makinnon, is surrounded by the Latin motto “HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE” placed around the design.
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• Only 50 coins available worldwide
• A classic rendition of the iconic coin design Sir George and the Dragon • Presented in beautiful presentation case with booklet and number certificate of authenticity |
The Five Sovereign coin from our 2020 Sovereign collection includes a stunning and classic interpretation of England’s patron Saint George on horseback slaying the fierce dragon. This intricately detailed scene created by artist Veronica Makinnon, is surrounded by the Latin motto “HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE” placed around the design.
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• Only 50 coins available worldwide
• A classic rendition of the iconic coin design Sir George and the Dragon • Presented in beautiful presentation case with booklet and number certificate of authenticity |
Alloy
22K Gold - 916.7Au
Denomination
5 SOVEREIGN - £5
Weight
39.94g
Authority
St. Helena
Diameter
36.02mm
Edge
Milled
Issue limit
50
Total Mintage
150
Stories
Hand crafted and minted to an exceptional proof quality finish only 50 coins worldwide have been issued in this presentation.
The iconic scene of Sir George slaying the dragon has been hand engraved by Medallist Elles Kloosterman, and designed by Veronica Makinnon.
What is the difference between maximum mintage and issue limit?
Maximum mintage is the total number of individuals coins which will be struck, this includes coins presented is sets. The Issue limit refers to the number of coins which will be sold in the specific presentation.
What if the maximum mintage and issue limit is the same?
This means the coin will only be available in the presentation shown and will not be issued in any other way.
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