About the 1821 Gold Sovereign : George IV (Laureate Head)
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9,405,114 bullion sovereigns and a very small quantity of proof sovereigns were minted In 1821.
Both the obverse and reverse faces of the coin are by Benedetto Pistrucci .
One of the easier George IV sovereigns to source, although still very desireable.
Spink Ref: 3800. Marsh: 5
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High grade examples of this coin are sought after by collectors.
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This is the first Sovereign to be minted during the reign of George IV. From 1821 to 1825 we see the 'laureate head' bust and the familiar St. George slaying the dragon design by Benedetto Pristrucci.
Details
| Label | Detail |
|---|---|
| Bullion Mintage | 9,405,114 |
| Obverse Design | George IV (Laureate Head) |
| Obverse Text | GEORGIUS IIII D:G:BRITANNIAR:REX F:D: |
| Reverse Design | St. George |
| Reverse Text | Null |
| Axis | The 1821 Sovereign is struck on a reverse die axis. |
