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This 1849 Great Britain Gold Sovereign features Queen Victoria and is composed of .917 Fine Gold, weighing 7.98 grams (0.2354 troy oz). It is a sought-after collectible for investors and numismatists alike.
$1,895.00 / item · cash price · The Royal Mint · In stock
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Every piece ships with a live custody passport — serial-matched, assay-logged, and re-verified against the Rockwell ledger on a timer. Verification is the product.
Authored numismatic breakdown, artistic provenance, and institutional custody proof.
The 1849 Great Britain Gold Sovereign is a remarkable piece of numismatic history, crafted from .917 Fine Gold and weighing 0.2354 troy oz (7.98 g). This coin, minted by The Royal Mint, features the iconic portrait of Queen Victoria on the obverse, designed by William Wyon, surrounded by the inscription that affirms her royal status. The reverse, designed by Benedetto Pistrucci, depicts the legendary St. George slaying the dragon, a powerful symbol of valor and virtue. This coin not only serves as a beautiful collectible but also as a sound investment, given its sovereign guarantee and historical significance. As an IRA-eligible asset under IRC Section 408(m), it offers investors a secure way to diversify their portfolios with physical gold. Rockwell Metals provides seamless integration with our 120-Second Price Lock at checkout, ensuring you secure the best market rates. Each coin is accompanied by a Cryptographic Vault Passport, with XRF-spectrometer verified serial numbers, ensuring authenticity and traceability. Our coins are stored in segregated allocations within Lloyd's of London insured vaults, valued at $250 million, providing peace of mind. Additionally, we offer instant sell-back liquidity, allowing you to capitalize on market movements with ease, or choose insured armored direct-to-door delivery for your convenience.
The obverse of the 1849 Gold Sovereign features a portrait of Queen Victoria, designed by the engraver William Wyon. The inscription reads 'VICTORIA DEI GRA: BRITT: REGINA FID: DEF:', translating to 'Victoria, by the Grace of God, Queen of Britain, Defender of the Faith.'
The reverse showcases the iconic St. George and the Dragon motif, designed by Benedetto Pistrucci. This design symbolizes bravery and the triumph of good over evil, with the inscription 'ONE SOVEREIGN 1849' and the mint mark of The Royal Mint.
Meets the IRS purity standards required for inclusion in Self-Directed Precious Metals IRAs. Eligible for segregated depository vaulting.
A documented chain of custody — each step assay-checked and timestamped to the ledger.
The Royal Mint. Die-verified 1849 strike.
XRF + ultrasonic at intake. Purity confirmed, serial sealed.
Allocated to Rockwell vault. Insured by Lloyd's, ledger entry opened.
On purchase, the passport transfers to your account — store or take delivery.



