The 1871 Gold Sovereign Sydney. Shield.Minted at the Royal Mint, Sydney Branch, New South Wales, Australia. Mint mark 'S' on reverse below shield.
Reverse shows a crowned shield by Jean B. Merlen. Legend: BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID DEF.
Obverse is young head of Queen Victoria by William Wyon. Legend VICTORIA DEI GRATIA with date below.Image credit: Museums Victoria.
Mintage: 2,814,000 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Sydney Mint
Minted in 1871. See Coins and Events of 1871
Monarch/Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Category: Sovereigns. See more Gold Sovereign coins
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Country of Origin: Australia
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