1853 Queen Victoria Shield Gold Sovereign Very Fine
£1,150.00
The 1853 Shield Gold Sovereign of Victoria is a classic mid-19th century British gold coin, struck by The Royal Mint during the height of the Victorian era. This issue forms part of the popular Shield Back sovereign series, widely collected for its distinctive design.
The obverse features the young head portrait of Queen Victoria, while the reverse displays the elegant crowned shield of arms, representing the nations of the United Kingdom. The Shield reverse was used between 1838 and 1874 and remains a favourite among collectors for its traditional heraldic style.
Struck in gold, the sovereign was a key unit of currency in Britain and across the British Empire, valued for both its intrinsic gold content and trusted status in international trade. This example is graded Very Fine, showing moderate wear but retaining clear detail, making it an attractive and affordable collector piece.
Highly sought after by gold coin collectors, sovereign specialists and Victorian numismatists, the 1853 Shield Sovereign is a timeless and historically significant addition to any British coin collection.
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