Sell UK Full Sovereign Gold Coin Elizabeth II 1998-2015
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The fourth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II appeared on UK Sovereign’s from 1998. The portrait depicts a more mature looking Queen wearing a crown. The fourth portrait, designed by Ian Rank-Broadley, featured for 17 years, appearing for the very last time in 2015.
The modern British sovereigns feature Benedetto Pistrucci's design depicting George & the Dragon on the reverse. They have been struck both at the Royal Mint and at branch mints since 1817.
- Each coin weighs 7.98g and is 916.7 22ct Gold.
- Dimensions: Diameter: 22.05mm Thickness: 1.52mm.
Other Information
The majority of fourth portrait sovereigns carry a George and the Dragon reverse. There are some dates in this era that depict an alternative reverse. In 2002 and 2012, sovereigns featured a Shield back rather than George and the Dragon. In 2005, sovereigns featured a reworked version of the traditional George and the Dragon.
| Code | aucostuE9815sov |
| Metal | Gold |
| Product Type | Coin |
| Weight | 7.98 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Manufacturer |
The Royal Mint  |
| Fine Content | 7.32 |
| Condition | Used |
| Fineness | 916.7 |
| Finish | Bullion |
| Diameter | 22.05mm |
| Thickness | 1.52mm |
