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1902 Edward VII Gold Matt Proof Full Sovereign London Mint

1902 Edward VII Gold Full Matt Proof Sovereign London Mint Reverse

Buy a 1902 Edward VII Gold Matt Proof Full Sovereign London Mint

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Scarce 1902 gold matt proof Sovereign issued in King Edward VIIs coronation year (S 3969, Marsh 174A - S). Edward succeeded his mother, Queen Victoria, in 1901 and was crowned the following year at Westminster Abbey. The obverse of this coin shows the classic coinage portrait of Edward by George William De Saulles, facing right and wearing no crown. The reverse features the instantly recognisable St George and the dragon motif. Just 15,123 of these Sovereigns with a distinctive matt proof finish were produced by the London branch of the Royal Mint in 1902, with most included in sought-after proof sets. We offer matt proof 1902 Sovereigns in a range of grades, which can be selected from the menu below.
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1902 Mat Proof London Sovereign Obverse

The obverse of this 1902 coin features an uncrowned portrait of King Edward VII by British medallist George William de Saulles. The monarch is shown facing right with an inscription around which reads 'EDWARDVS VII D: G: BRITT: OMN: REX F: D: IND: IMP:'.

Reverse Of King Edward VII Gold Sovereigns

Benedetto Pistrucci's interpretation of the legend of Saint George and the dragon is shown on the reverse of this 1902 Sovereign, with England's patron saint depicted on a rearing horse, his sword pointing at the prone beast, below which appears the date (1902). The artist's initials are shown to the right.

22-Carat Gold Matt Proof Coins

Matt proof 1902 Sovereigns are struck to the same basic specifications as standard currency issues in 22-carat gold, measuring 22.05 millimetres in diameter from milled edge to milled edge.

Matt Proof 1902 London Sovereign Mintage

15,123 gold Sovereigns were struck at the London branch of the Royal Mint in 1902 in the year of Edward VII's coronation. These coins are distinguished from standard 1902 Sovereigns by a textured, non-reflective surface and can also be found in rare 1902 13-coin mat proof sets.

Historic Edward VII Gold Sovereign

We offer 1902 matt proof Sovereigns in a range of grades, which can be selected from the menu above. These coins are scarce and sought-after and tend to sell fast.

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