A Double Sovereign, a 'full' Sovereign and a Half Sovereign, all dated 2002, in their original presentation packaging from The Royal Mint.
2002 Golden Jubilee Sovereigns
Most gold Sovereigns feature an instantly-recognisable image of Saint George to the reverse. The work of an Italian artist named Benedetto Pistrucci, this engraving was created for the first modern Sovereigns and Half Sovereigns, issued in 1817.
2002 Sovereigns mark a rare departure from this pattern, boasting a on-year-only reverse, authorised by The Royal Mint to celebrate Her Majesty the Queen's Golden Jubilee. The design features a shield of royal arms with a crown above in the centre of a laurel wreath, the date at the bottom. It's the work of heraldic artist Timothy Noad and is inspired by the coinage of Queen Victoria. Many of her Sovereigns featured a similar wreath and shield reverse.
Noad's design is paired with Ian Rank-Broadley's portrait of Elizabeth II. In use on British coinage between 1998 and 2015, this is the fourth definitive effigy seen on Her Majesty's money. It's accompanied by a legend that reads 'ELIZABETH · II · DEI · GRA REGINA · FID · DEF'.
What Coins Are In 2002 Sovereign Sets?
This proof 2002 Sovereign set features three key coins from the 2002 Sovereign family:
Each of these coins bears the same obverse and reverse design, scaled for the denomination. They are offered in their original green leather presentation case with a numbered certificate of authenticity enclosed. The fine proof finish of the coins is protected by screw-top capsules.
Collecting 2002 3-Coin Proof Sets
Sovereigns with special reverse designs are particularly sought after. Collectors appreciate the variations on the usual motifs and the limited numbers these coins are offered in add an extra appeal.
Just 3,947 three-coin Sovereign sets issued by The Royal Mint in 2002.
Proof Sovereign sets are among the worlds most recognisable collectible coinage, meaning they sell well when they come to the market. These coins offer a couple of important tax benefits too: they're VAT free as investment gold and Capital Gains Tax exempt as UK legal tender.
In total, the coin in this three-coin proof set weigh 27.95 grams, equating to a pure gold content of 25.62 grams.
Interested in 2002 Sovereigns? We've also got individual 2002 proof Sovereigns in stock, plus a rare 13-coin gold proof set: the biggest Royal Mint gold set ever issued.
How Can I Sell A 2002 Sovereign Set?
Contact The Britannia Coin Company now if you're looking to sell a 2002 3-coin proof Sovereign set or other Sovereign sets from The Royal Mint. We buy these collectors sets for market leading prices. Visit our Sell Your Coins page to find out how you can get cash for your Sovereign set from home.
Product Summary
Precious Metal Content:
25.62 (g)
Monarch:
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Capital Gains Tax Status:
Exempt
New / Pre-owned:
Pre-owned
Condition:
Proof - Boxed with certificate of authenticity
- Three-coin proof Sovereign set for 2002
- Contains a Double Sovereign, Sovereign and Half Sovereign
- Issued to celebrate Elizabeth II's 2002 Golden Jubilee
- Coins in the set feature a special wreath and shield reverse
- Designed by heraldic artist Timothy Noad
- Obverse shows Ian Rank-Broadley's portrait of the Queen
- Total weight of coins in the set: 27.95 grams
- Total gold weight: 25.62
- One of just 3,947 2002 3-Sovereign sets
- Comes in original box with numbered certificate of authenticity
Steeped in more than 1,100 years of history, The Royal Mint supplies all of the United Kingdom's coinage as well as currency for nations around the world. Renown for craftsmanship and thoughtful design, The Royal Mint also produces commemorative coins, favoured by investors and collectors.
A Millennia of Minting
Founded in the reign of Alfred the Great, around the year 886, The Royal Mint was originally one of several mints which were centralised to London in 1279. For more than 800 years the Mint was based at the Tower of London before moving to Royal Mint Court where it remained until the 1960s.
The Royal Mint has always been on the forefront of economic, technical and artistic innovation. Its skilled craftsmen minted coins that would reach the far corners of the British Empire, establishing the image and reputation of Britain for all whose pockets they ended up in.
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The Royal Mint's commemorative and bullion coins – often minted to mark important national events and anniversaries – are not intended for circulation. They might look like ordinary coins but they are generally worth much more, thanks to their scarcity, finish and composition.
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