Great Britain: Victoria gold Sovereign 1838 MS65 PCGS,...

Description

Gleaming Inaugural Sovereign of Victoria

Victoria gold Sovereign 1838 MS65 PCGS, KM736.1, S-3852, Marsh-22 (R). The first Sovereign date of Victoria's long reign. This type makes a remarkable jump in scarcity at the Gem level, making this specimen a target for the finest British gold cabinets. In fact, only a single specimen grades higher across both major grading services. More elegant and refined than bombastic and showy, this piece will surely please the collector fortunate enough to bring it home.

Metal: Gold
Diameter: 22.05mm
Weight: 7.9881g
AGW: 0.2355oz
Mintage: 2,719,000

More information about Great Britain Coins. See also: Great Britain World Coin Nationality.

Estimate: $20,000 - $30,000.

Note for clients in the European Union: This lot is considered by the European Union to be “investment gold”. We believe that it meets the criteria established in Article 344(1), point (2) of Council Directive 2006/112/EC and thus should be exempt from import VAT regardless of the selling price. Any questions or concerns about VAT should be addressed to your accountant or local tax authority.

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