basic information
- Country of issue: Australia
- Year of issue:1889
- Published by:Melbourne Mint (Mintmark: M).
- Face value: sovereign
- Material: Gold (Gold 91.7% = 22 carats)
- Weight:7.99 g
- Diameter:21.5 mm
- Edge:Plain (Proof specification)
Only two pieces have been identified worldwide,The only PR65CAM with the highest appraisal.The coin, which is the finest proof gold sovereign, was produced to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Queen Victoria's reign (Golden Jubilee).
There is no equivalent in this world and it is truly a "supreme piece of art", with all the history, art and investment value.
Design:Queen Victoria's Jubilee Head.
Designer:Joseph Edgar Boehm (J.E.B.).
[Features.
'J.E.B.' engraved below the portrait.
The magnificent tiaras, delicate jewellery and dignified expressions are represented.
It has the sharp details and subtle textures that only a proof version can have.
[Imprint].
VICTORIA D: G: BRIT: REGINA F: D:.
Meaning: 'Victoria by the grace of God, Queen of England, defender of the faith'.
Design:. St. George and the Dragon
Designer:. Benedetto Pistrucci (B.P.).
[Features.
Unusual design variation with a short horse tail.
The dynamic swordplay of St George and the strength of the fighting horse are vividly expressed.
'M' (Melbourne Mint), '1889' (year) and 'B.P.' (designer's initials) on exergue (ground section).
Ultra-high definition design and sharp details.
Mirror-finished (mirror field) background and frosted (cameo effect) portrait/design section.
Rarity:R7 (Marsh standards) *Only two pieces have been identified worldwide.
PCGS population:The only PR65 CAM grade to be authenticated (Single Finest).
[Market value.
The highest appraised products in particular are likely to fetch a premium.
Proof sovereigns issued in Melbourne in 1889 are almost never on the market and are expected to increase in value in the future.
(i) Symbols of royal history and prestige.
Special coin commemorating the 50th anniversary of Queen Victoria's reign.
Jubilee head design that perfectly recreates the majesty and beauty of the Queen.
Only one copy in the world.
The only authenticated PCGS PR65CAM.
'Single Finest' for extreme historical and artistic value.
(iii) Beautiful proof finish.
Strong Cameo effect and outstanding visual beauty.
Special manufacturing techniques, different from normal circulating coins.
(iv) Long-term asset values.
Prices have risen over the past decade.
Value as a 'legendary coin' to be passed on to the next generation.
Benedetto Pistrucci was born in Italy.Renowned sculptor and numismatic designer.and is known as one of the principal designers of the Royal Mint. His most famous work was the design for **St. George and the Dragon**, which was featured on British sovereign gold coins from 1817.
His designs are still in use today, especiallyGold coins issued during the reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901).The precision and beauty of the engraving is outstanding in Throughout his career at the Royal Mint, Pistolucci worked on many commemorative medals and coins and had a major influence on the history of British numismatic design.
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