1855 Queen Victoria Shield Sovereign Good Very Fine Plus

The 1855 Queen Victoria Shield Sovereign is a classic Victorian gold coin struck during the reign of Victoria. Issued during the mid-Victorian era, this sovereign is highly regarded by collectors for its historic design and enduring appeal.

The obverse features the youthful portrait of Queen Victoria, while the reverse displays the impressive Shield of the Royal Arms design, surrounded by the laurel wreath, which was used on sovereigns before the return of the famous St George and the Dragon reverse.

Struck in 22-carat gold, the sovereign contains approximately 7.98 grams of gold and represents one of Britain’s most important and internationally recognised gold denominations. This example is graded Good Very Fine Plus, retaining strong detail across the design elements with moderate wear and pleasing overall eye appeal.

Highly sought after by Victorian gold collectors, sovereign enthusiasts and British numismatists, the 1855 Queen Victoria Shield Sovereign is a historically important and desirable addition to any collection of British gold coinage.

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