The 1930 Gold Sovereign - Melbourne MintGold Sovereign of King George V minted at the Melbourne Mint, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. SCBC: 4000. The coin shown is the extremely rare proof version.
The Reverse depicts Benedetto Pistrucci’s famous portrayal of St George slaying the dragon on the reverse of the coin. A small 'M' above the date indicates the sovereign was produced in Melbourne, Australia.
The edge is milled.
The Obverse shows the Small Head portrait of King George V (on the legend Latin spelling as GEORGIVS V). The obverse was designed by Bertram Mackennal (initials B.M. at base of head).Image credit: Museums Victoria
Mintage: 77,588 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Melbourne Mint
Minted in 1930. See Coins and Events of 1930
Monarch/Ruler: George V (1910-1936)
Category: Sovereigns. See more Gold Sovereign coins
and see which Gold Sovereign coins have the lowest mintage.
Country of Origin: Australia
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 | 1885 Gold Sovereign – Queen Victoria – Melbourne Mint (M) – EF/VF £ 873.70 |
 | Gold Sovereign - UNC - 1928 King George V South Africa Mint Gold Coin 22ct 8g £ 1,260.00 |
 | 1872/1 M Victoria Shield Back Gold Sovereign Melbourne Overdate RARE Marsh R4 £ 2,250.00 |
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