1857 Queen Victoria Young Head Shield Sovereign Good Very Fine

The 1857 Queen Victoria Young Head Shield Sovereign is a classic Victorian gold coin struck during the reign of Victoria. Issued during the prosperous mid-Victorian period, 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 elegant Shield of the Royal Arms design surrounded by a laurel wreath. This distinctive reverse type represents an important chapter in the development of British sovereign design before the return of the celebrated St George and the Dragon motif.

Struck in 22-carat gold, the sovereign contains approximately 7.98 grams of gold and combines precious metal content with strong numismatic importance. This example is graded Good Very Fine, retaining pleasing detail across the main design elements with moderate circulation wear consistent with its age.

Highly sought after by Victorian gold collectors, sovereign enthusiasts and British numismatists, the 1857 Queen Victoria Young Head Shield Sovereign is a historic and desirable addition to any collection of British gold coinage.

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