The 1878 Gold Sovereign - VictoriaGold Sovereign minted by the Royal Mint in London (no mint mark) in 1878 during the reign of Queen Victoria. 22 carat gold. SCBC: 3856A.
The Reverse of this 1878 Gold Sovereign depicts Benedetto Pistrucci’s famous portrayal of St George slaying the dragon. Small 'B.P.' initials to right of date. Horse with long tail.
Edge is milled.
Queen Victoria’s young head can be seen on the Obverse of the 1878 Sovereign. Designed by William Wyon RA, you can find the initials 'WW' on the truncation of the neck.Image credit: The Royal Mint
Mintage: 1,091,275 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 1878. See Coins and Events of 1878
Monarch/Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Category: Sovereigns. See more Gold Sovereign coins
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Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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 | 1825 Gold Sovereign, George IV £ 1,950.00 |
 | Edward VII Gold 1/2 Sovereign Coin £ 414.70 |
 | 1878 Victoria Era Half-Sovereign Gold Coin Great Britain £ 583.00 |
 | 1887 Victoria Gold Sovereign Jubilee Head London Mint EF 7.98g Coin £ 919.60 |
 | 1887 Queen Victoria Jubilee Head 22ct Gold Full Sovereign £ 1,638.70 |
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