Queen Elizabeth II’s First Sovereign: The 1957 Gold Sovereign
1957 saw a significant 'first' for The Queen's coinage as Sovereigns were struck again after a break of almost 20 years.
And what's more, the 1957 Sovereign was the first to feature Elizabeth II's official portrait for coinage, designed by Mary Gillick.
Today, it is one of the most renowned Sovereigns in the world. Here's why you need it for your collection:
- Issued in 1957, this Sovereign is the very first released during Queen Elizabeth II’s reign
- Features a unique design quirk: the only Queen Elizabeth II Sovereign to have 168 ridges on the edge
- Includes the very first portrait for coinage of Her Majesty by Mary Gillick – the only portrait depicting the Queen without a crown or diadem
- Struck from 22 carat Gold
- Housed in a luxury presentation with a unique certificate of authenticity – just a handful available…
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UK 1957 Queen Elizabeth II Gillick Sovereign
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Specifications
- Country of Issue: United Kingdom
- Year of Issue: 1957
- Metal: 22 Carat Gold
- Diameter: 22.05mm
- Weight: 7.98g
- Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II
- Reverse: St George and the dragon
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