The GreatCollections Coin and Paper Money Glossary
This is a popular resource that explains hundreds of coin related terms, as well as terms relating to our coin auctions. Of course, if you have questions about anything, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Gold Sovereign
British gold coin(s) with a denomination of one pound sterling, featuring various designs including St. George and the dragon, minted since 1817. Sovereigns contain 0.2355 Oz. of gold. Double Sovereigns contain double this amount.
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