2021 Great Britain Gold Double Sovereign BU

2021 Great Britain Gold Double Sovereign BU

Bullion Exchanges is pleased to present this latest release from the British Royal Mint’s Gold Sovereign program, the 2021 Great Britain Gold Double Sovereign BU. This 2021 Gold Sovereign consists of 0.4708 troy oz of 22 karat fine gold. Additionally, this gold coin features a striking reddish gold hue because of the alloy used for this coin’s manufacture. British Sovereigns are held in high regard throughout the coin community both because of their rich history and intrinsic value. Grow your numismatic gold coin collection with this remarkable 2021 Great Britain Gold Double Sovereign BU from Bullion Exchanges!

This British sovereign gold coin continues the 200 year legacy of the program. Interestingly, the Gold Double Sovereign coin technically dates back to 1485 when larger Gold Sovereign coins were minted. These were possibly used only as presentation issues in the piedfort style since these early pieces were never released for circulation. However, the Double Sovereigns were first minted in 1820, as designed by Benedetto Pistrucci under King George III’s reign. Again, this never entered circulation, and this was considered a pattern coin since it served as a precursor to the modern £2 coin. Last year the British Royal Mint issued a 2020 edition of this British sovereign gold coin to celebrate the 200th anniversary of this coin’s strike. The mint continues to honor the legacy by following up with this 2021 issue.

The obverse of this Gold Sovereign showcases the royal bust of Queen Elizabeth II adorned with her regal crown. Designed by Jody Clark, this portrait is the fifth version of Queen Elizabeth’s image on the British currency.

The reverse of this British sovereign gold coin resurrects the illustration created by Italian coin engraver Benedetto Pistrucci in 1820. This is the traditional design of legendary St. George on horseback heroically slaying an evil dragon. According to the story, Saint George battled the dragon to save the life of the princess. She was selected as the next sacrifice to appease the evil, hungry dragon, but she was rescued by the Saint.

Coin Specifications:

• Struck from 22 karat gold
• Contains .4708 oz AGW (Actual Gold Weight)
• Struck by the British Royal Mint
• Backed by the British government
• Featuring a special 916.7 red-gold alloy
• Coins shipped in protective plastic flips
• Obverse: Displays the bust of Queen Elizabeth II. Inscriptions: “ELIZABETH II”, “DEI GRA REGINA FID DEF” (Queen by the Grace of God), and the designer’s initials
• Reverse: Presents the Benedetto Pistrucci image of St. George slaying a dragon. Inscriptions: “2021” and the designer’s initials

This 2021 Great Britain Gold Double Sovereign BU is just one of many British Royal Mint coins we are thrilled to present. More coins we think you will enjoy include the Roll of 25 - 2021 Great Britain 1 oz Silver Britannia Coin, British Gold Half Sovereign George III Circulated (Random Year), and 2021 Great Britain 1 oz Gold Queen's Beasts White Greyhound of Richmond Coin. Upon receiving your order confirmation, we will carefully package and ship your item(s) to the given address. Please reach out to our helpful customer service team with any questions regarding our products or services during our hours of operation.