These 2005 Gold Australian Bullion Sovereigns were produced by the Perth Mint to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the first Sydney Mint sovereign.

Manufactured by the Perth Mint
22 carat gold / 0.9167 fineness
Contains 0.2354 troy ounces of the precious metal
Exempt from VAT
Weight: 7.98g
Diameter: 22.05mm

These coins are supplied loose. You can purchase a 22.5mm coin capsule to protect your coin.

150 Years of the Australia Sovereign

The 2005 Sovereign Sydney mint coin is a special edition that faithfully recreates the famous design of Leonard Charles Wyon's 1855 Sydney mint Sovereign. This beautiful coin celebrates the 150th anniversary of the first sovereign ever minted at the Sydney mint, representing an important milestone in the history of coins.

Legacy of Leonard Charles Wyon

Leonard Charles Wyon, the eldest son of esteemed chief engraver William Wyon, hails from a lineage of remarkable engravers. Building upon his family's rich legacy, Leonard Charles Wyon by designed the first reverse design of Sydney mint Australian sovereigns and many more coins.

Sydney Mint

Since 1855, gold sovereigns were struck at overseas branch mints, in addition to The Royal Mint in London. The first branch mint to strike sovereigns was Sydney, Australia in 1855. If you are interested in the Sydney mintmarks you can discover more in our blog Mints and Mint Marks.

Obverse

The obverse side proudly presents the fourth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, engraved by Ian Rank-Broadley. Her Majesty faces right, adorned with the renowned Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara.

· ELIZABETH II · AUSTRALIA 2005 · 25 DOLLARS ·

Reverse

The reverse side showcases St Edward's Crown encircled by a wreath. The legend on this side reads as follows:

SYDNEY MINT

AUSTRALIA

ONE SOVEREIGN

Key Information

Intrinsic Value	£795.17
Product ID	1150
Stock Status	In Stock

Product Spec

Metal	Gold
Diameter	22.05mm
Weight/Size	Full
Gold Weight Troy Ounces	0.2354
Fineness/Carat	0.917 / 22
Date	2005
Obverse Designer	Ian Rank-Broadley
Reverse Designer	Leonard Charles Wyon
Issuing Monarch	Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Mint/Brand	Perth Mint
Country	Australia

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