1989 UK 500th Anniversary Proof Full Sovereign Gold Coin
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This 1989 Proof Sovereign was issued to commemorate the 500th Anniversary of the Sovereign coin. Its one-off design mirrors that of the original coin. The coin features a Tudor rose on its reverse and an intricate design showing Queen Elizabeth II seated as at her coronation, on its obverse.
- Weighs 7.98g and is 916.7 (22ct) Gold.
- Manufactured by The Royal Mint.
- VAT Free and Capital Gains Tax exempt.
- Struck to a Proof finish.
- Diameter: 22.05mm.
- Supplied in original Royal Mint presentation box with a certificate of authenticity.
Other Information:
This was a significant year for the UK's coinage as the gold Sovereign celebrated its 500th anniversary.
The gold sovereign is one of Britain’s most famous coins, the first of which was minted in 1489 by King Henry VII, due to it’s long history it is considered by many as the flagship coin of the Royal Mint.
The photographs show the exact coin you will receive.
Product Type | Coin |
Weight | 7.98 |
Country | United Kingdom |
Manufacturer |
The Royal Mint
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Year | 1989 |
Fine Content | 7.32 |
Condition | Used |
Fineness | 916.7 |
Finish | Proof |
Diameter | 22.05mm |