The 1917 Gold Sovereign - Melbourne Mint - George VGold Sovereign minted by the Royal Mint in Victoria, Melbourne, Australia.
The Reverse, by Benedetto Pistrucci, shows St George on horseback slaying the Dragon with a sword. On the floor to the left is a broken spear from an earlier attack. Just above the date is the letter 'M' indicating the Melbourne mint. Artist's initials (B.P.) to the right.
The Obverse, by Sir Bertram Mackennal, is a portrait of King George V facing left. Legend is GEORGIVS V D.G. BRITT: OMN:REX F.D. IND:IMP:. Artist's initials (B.M.) on the neck.Image credit: The Royal Mint
Mintage: 934,469 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Melbourne Mint
Minted in 1917. See Coins and Events of 1917
Monarch/Ruler: George V (1910-1936)
Category: Sovereigns. See more Gold Sovereign coins
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Country of Origin: Australia
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 | RARE 1915 George V Gold Half Sovereign - FINAL LONDON MINT STRIKE - No Mint Mark £ 544.99 |
 | Bullion Gold Half Sovereign Best Value £ 421.00 |
 | 1904 Half Sovereign Gold Coin - King Edward VII £ 419.80 |
 | 1913-M King George V Gold Sovereign (Melbourne) £ 948.00 |
 | 1912-M King George V Gold Sovereign (Melbourne) £ 948.00 |
 | 1879 gold sovereign Melbourne mint mark £ 1,001.20 |
 | 1885 Queen Victoria Young Head Gold Sovereign Melbourne Mint 22ct - Nice Coin £ 965.50 |
 | 1893 M Victoria Jubilee Head Gold Sovereign Melbourne Mint 22ct Scarce Date £ 949.00 |
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