Ceylon / Sri Lanka
Assam, India
Japan
Taiwan
Nepal
China
Kenya
Egypt
South Africa
Specification
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Alloy
22K Gold - 916.7Au
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Denomination
£1
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Weight
7.98g
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Authority
St. Helena
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Diameter
22.05mm
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Edge
Milled
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Issue limit
750
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Total Mintage
1250
BEHIND THE CRAFT
Behind the Craft - 2021 Sovereign Coin
Released to celebrate the 95th Birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, this 2021 Sovereign Gold Proof coin features St George & the Dragon on its reverse and, by special permission, Mary Gillick’s portrait of the Queen on its obverse.
The Mary Gillick effigy, which has not been used on Sovereigns for over 50 years, dates back to Her Majesty’s accession to the throne in 1952 at the tender age of just 25. Considered to be Her Majesty’s favourite effigy, it is still used today on the special Maundy Money which is presented to honoured recipients during the traditional Maundy Thursday ceremony every Easter.
Throughout her life Her Majesty the Queen has demonstrated stability, strength and duty. To her family she has been wife, mother, grandmother and now great-grandmother too. On her 21st birthday in 1947 she dedicated her life to the service of the nation, a promise made over seventy years ago that she continues to keep to this day as we join her in celebrating her 95th birthday.
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• The first Sovereign coin to feature Gillick’s portrait of Her Majesty since 1968
• Strictly limited edition of just 750 coins worldwide • Tightly controlled specification accuracy • 7.98g of gleaming 916.7 quality gold • Struck to our highest proof quality • Presented in a luxury display case with numbered certificate of authenticity |
Product Detail
Throughout her life Her Majesty the Queen has demonstrated stability, strength and duty. To her family she has been wife, mother, grandmother and now great-grandmother too. On her 21st birthday in 1947 she dedicated her life to the service of the nation, a promise made over seventy years ago that she continues to keep to this day as we join her in celebrating her 95th birthday.
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• The first Sovereign coin to feature Gillick’s portrait of Her Majesty since 1968
• Strictly limited edition of just 750 coins worldwide • Tightly controlled specification accuracy • 7.98g of gleaming 916.7 quality gold • Struck to our highest proof quality • Presented in a luxury display case with numbered certificate of authenticity |
Stories
Her Majesty
Queen Elizabeth II
Princess Elizabeth Alexandra Mary of York was born in London on the 21st of April 1926, the first grandchild of King George V and third in the line of succession behind her uncle, the Prince of Wales, and her father.
With the abdication of her uncle King Edward VIII and the accession of her father as King George VI in 1936, the ten-year old Princess became heiress presumptive. Princess Elizabeth then ascended the throne on the 6th of February 1952 after the sad death of her beloved father.
With the abdication of her uncle King Edward VIII and the accession of her father as King George VI in 1936, the ten-year old Princess became heiress presumptive. Princess Elizabeth then ascended the throne on the 6th of February 1952 after the sad death of her beloved father.
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has gone on to achieve many milestones during her reign and, on the 9th of September 2015, Her Majesty became the longest serving monarch in British and UK history, surpassing the reign of her great-great grandmother, Queen Victoria. In a speech given at the time, Her Majesty said, with typical humility:
"Inevitably a long life can pass by many milestones - my own is no exception - but I thank you all and the many others at home and overseas for your touching messages of great kindness"
"Inevitably a long life can pass by many milestones - my own is no exception - but I thank you all and the many others at home and overseas for your touching messages of great kindness"
The Sovereign has one of the world’s most tightly controlled coin specifications, a very precise 7.98g of gleaming 916.7 quality gold. It is a fitting tribute to Her Majesty as we celebrate her 95th birthday.
Each strictly limited-edition Sovereign features Mary Gillick’s elegant 1952 portrait of Her Majesty, struck to our highest proof quality finish and presented in a luxury display case with numbered certificate of authenticity.
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FAQ
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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