The 1828 Gold SovereignThis type of reverse is described as a Crowned Shield. It has a mantle inscribed edge. This year is rare and the coin is valued over £25,000 in EF.
King George IV’s Bare Head can be seen on the obverse of the coin. Note the spelling on the legend as GEORGIUS IV, unlike previous coins which used IIII.Sovereigns issued from 1817 to 1837 are often described as ‘Early King’ sovereigns. King George III, King George IV and King William IV are all depicted on sovereigns minted during these years.
Image credit: The Royal Mint.
Mintage: 386,182 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 1828
Monarch/Ruler: George IV (1820-1830)
Category: Sovereigns. See more Gold Sovereign coins
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Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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 | KING GEORGE THE IV 1828 HALF GOLD SOVEREIGN £ 1,250.00 |
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 | 1911 King George V Full Sovereign –22ct Yellow Gold – 8g – St George & Dragon £ 873.70 |
 | 1910 Half Sovereign Gold Coin Edward VII £ 401.86 |
 | 1819 King George III 9k 375 ct Gold Restrike of Rarest Sovereign Mint Condition! £ 220.00 |
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