Buy Queen Victoria Coins
Discover gold Queen Victoria sovereign Sovereign coins to add to your collection today. These coins are treasured relics of the Victorian era, a period in history that saw dramatic changes in society, these making them coins are a timeless addition for any collectors.
What are Queen Victoria coins?
Queen Victoria's reign lasted from 1837 until she died in 1901. She was the longest-serving UK monarch until her 63-year reign was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II. Our collection features Full and Half Sovereign coins from the 19th century and Jubilee anniversary sets from the 21st century. The coins are highly valued by collectors as they represent an era when the British Empire was at its peak.
When were Queen Victoria coins first issued?
The first Queen Victoria gold Sovereign coins were issued in the year she was crowned in 1838. The portrait, captured by chief engraver at the Royal Mint, William Wyon, depicts her at just 18 years of age, with her hair raised and tied with a ribbon. Variations on this popular design stayed in use for the next 50 years, although by then it bore little resemblance to the ageing monarch.
Where were Queen Victoria sovereigns minted?
Many of Queen Victoria's gold sovereign coins were minted at the Royal Mint in London. However, they were also minted across the British Empire, including Australia (Sydney, Melbourne and Perth), Canada, South Africa and India. These coins are among the rarer ones, and you can spot them by the small lettering engraved on them, which adds to their historical intrigue.
What designs appear on Queen Victoria coins?
There are three main designs found on Queen Victoria coins:
· The 'Young Head': Featuring a portrait of Queen Victoria in 1838, when she was first crowned at age 18. This classic design captures her youth and was reinterpreted over the following 50 years.
· The 'Jubilee Head': A mature effigy, this design represents the Queen during her Golden Jubilee year in 1887.
· The 'Old Head': Depicting her as the personification of venerable royalty, donned in a tiara, diamond necklace and pearl earrings, aged 74. This 1890s portrait is perhaps the coin design most associated with Queen Victoria.
Why buy Queen Victoria coins from H&T?
How do I decide which Queen Victoria coin is right for me?
You can choose from a range of different gold Sovereign coins. Distinctions you can consider when making your selection include:
• The year it was minted
• Where it was minted
• How many coins were minted that year and at what Royal Mint
• The condition of the coin
How can I tell if a Queen Victoria coin is genuine?
The best way to tell if a Queen Victoria coin is authentic is by asking our team at H&T. We examine details such as weight, size and finish to see if it's genuine. At H&T, all our gold Sovereign coins are authenticated by us, so you don't have to worry about authenticity when you shop with us.
What is the difference between 'Young Head', 'Jubilee Head' and 'Old Head' designs?
The difference is the age and attire of the coinage. The 'Young Head' coins depict Victoria as a young woman after she was first crowned. The 'Jubilee Head' shows her after her Golden Jubilee, while the 'Old Head' design is when she was in her advancing years, before she died in 1901.
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