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in stockGold · 1917
Obverse · front of piece
Obverse · front of piece- Assay XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody Allocated · insured
- Sell-back Spot-linked, instant
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1917-C Canada Gold Sovereign Coin
The 1917-C Canada Gold Sovereign features .9170 fine gold content, weighing 0.2354 troy oz (7.32 g). Minted by the Royal Canadian Mint, it is sought after by investors for its historical significance and gold content.
.9170 Fine Gold fine· 0.2354 troy oz (7.32 g)· IRA eligible
$1,191.15
$1,191.15 / item · cash price · Royal Canadian Mint · In stock
- Metal value
- $1,011.18 · 0.2354 oz fine
- Premium
- $179.97 (17.8% over spot)
- Spot
- $4,295.60 /oz · as of 04:30 PM ET
- Fixed market ask · melt floor monitored
02:00Price held · re-quotes at zero
Price holds through checkout · KYC at first purchase · cancel before settlement
A1 / Vault Passport
Provable down to the metal.
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.
Custody receipt · Rockwell verified checked against your ledger on request
Rockwell IDRM-AU-913
Assay methodXRF + ultrasonic
Serial statusSealed · matched
GradeBrilliant Uncirculated (BU)
Chain of custodyRoyal Canadian Mint → Rockwell vault
InsuranceLloyd's · to $250M
A2 / Product Overview & Numismatic Analysis
The Complete Record.
Authored numismatic breakdown, artistic provenance, and institutional custody proof.
Analysis & Context
Institutional Overview
The 1917-C Canada Gold Sovereign Coin is a remarkable piece of numismatic history, featuring a purity of .9170 fine gold and a weight of 0.2354 troy oz (7.32 g). Minted by the Royal Canadian Mint, this coin is a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of its time, adorned with the portrait of King George V on the obverse, designed by Sir Edgar Bertram Mackennal. The reverse, depicting the legendary St. George slaying the dragon, is a design by Benedetto Pistrucci, symbolizing valor and the enduring legacy of British coinage.
Investors and collectors alike are drawn to the 1917-C Canada Gold Sovereign for its historical significance and intrinsic gold value. As a sovereign coin, it carries a sovereign guarantee, making it a reliable asset in the global market. Its eligibility for Precious Metals IRAs under IRC Section 408(m) further enhances its appeal, allowing investors to diversify their retirement portfolios with tangible assets.
At Rockwell Metals, we ensure a seamless purchasing experience with our 120-Second Price Lock at checkout. Each coin is integrated into our Cryptographic Vault Passport system, featuring XRF-spectrometer verified serial numbers for authenticity. Our coins are allocated in segregated holdings within our $250M Lloyd's of London insured vaults, providing peace of mind for investors. Additionally, we offer instant sell-back liquidity, allowing for quick access to funds when needed, alongside insured armored direct-to-door delivery options for your convenience.
Obverse ArtworkFront
The obverse of the 1917-C Canada Gold Sovereign features the effigy of King George V, designed by Sir Edgar Bertram Mackennal. The inscription 'GEORGIVS V D.G. BRITT: OMN: REX F.D. IND: IMP:' encircles the portrait, signifying his reign over the British Empire.
Reverse MotifBack
The reverse showcases the iconic St. George and the Dragon motif, masterfully engraved by Benedetto Pistrucci. This design symbolizes bravery and the triumph of good over evil, a hallmark of British coinage.
IRA QualificationIRC 408(m) Eligible
Meets the IRS purity standards required for inclusion in Self-Directed Precious Metals IRAs. Eligible for segregated depository vaulting.
A3 / Specification
Full record.
- Metal
- Gold
- Purity
- .9170 Fine Gold
- Fine Weight
- 0.2354 troy oz (7.32 g)
- Mint / Refinery
- Royal Canadian Mint
- Year
- 1917
- Grade / Finish
- Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
- Diameter
- N/A
- Thickness
- N/A
- Face Value
- N/A (Private Bullion)
- IRA Eligible
- Yes
- Rockwell SKU
- RM-AU-SOV-1OZ-1917
- Catalog ID
- 913
- Assay
- XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody
- Allocated · segregated
- Insurance
- Lloyd's · to $250M
- Sell-back
- Spot-linked · instant
A4 / Provenance
Mint to vault, on the record.
A documented chain of custody — each step assay-checked and timestamped to the ledger.
- Struck
Royal Canadian Mint. Die-verified 1917 strike.
- Assayed
XRF + ultrasonic at intake. Purity confirmed, serial sealed.
- Vaulted
Allocated to Rockwell vault. Insured by Lloyd's, ledger entry opened.
- Yours
On purchase, the passport transfers to your account — store or take delivery.
- Lloyd's insuredto $250M
- Audited reservesmonthly attestation
- Assay verifiedXRF + ultrasonic
- Allocated custodysegregated, never lent
- Instant sell-backspot-linked spreads
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