The 1873 Gold Sovereign - Melbourne MintThe 1873 Melbourne Sovereign depicts Benedetto Pistrucci’s famous portrayal of St George slaying the dragon can be seen on the reverse of the coin. Horse with long tail. Small BP initials.
A small ‘M’ just below the Queen’s portrait indicates the sovereign was produced in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Queen Victoria’s young head can be seen on the obverse of the coin. Designed by William Wyon RA, you can see the initials 'WW' on the truncation of the neck.
Image credit: Museums Victoria.
Mintage: 752,199 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Melbourne Mint
Minted in 1873. See Coins and Events of 1873
Monarch/Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Category: Sovereigns. See more Gold Sovereign coins
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Country of Origin: Australia
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