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  • 2025 Gold Proof Sovereign 'St. George & the Dragon' Coin reverse
  • 2025 Gold Proof Sovereign 'St. George & the Dragon' Coin obverse
  • 2025 Gold Proof Sovereign 'St. George & the Dragon' Coin reverse display
  • 2025 Gold Proof Sovereign 'St. George & the Dragon' Coin box
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2025 Gold Proof Sovereign 'St. George & the Dragon' Coin

The 2025 Gold Proof Sovereign Coin is a commemorative release featuring the legendary St. George and the Dragon. This iconic design, created by The Royal Mint’s renowned engraver, Italian-born Benedetto Pistrucci, has been used on gold sovereign coinage for over two centuries.

This will be the final sovereign in the series struck in red gold, also known as rose gold. This coin is one of two 2025 'full' sovereign designs, with the other featuring Jean Baptiste Merlen's Royal Arms Shield design.

  • Fineness: 0.9167 / 22 carat
  • Gold Content: 0.2354 troy ounce of gold
  • Finish: Proof
  • Limited Edition Presentation: 2,025 coins
  • Maximum Coin Mintage: 2,111 coins
  • Tax Benefits: Exempt from Capital Gains Tax & VAT
  • Presentation: Accompanied by a detailed sovereign booklet, a Royal Mint presentation display box, and a certificate of authenticity
  • Weight: 7.98g
  • Diameter: 22.05mm

For even more ways to diversify your portfolio, explore our complete range of gold proof sovereign coins, or browse our selection of 2025 gold proof sovereign coins for additional investment opportunities. 

£990.00

(VAT Exempt)
Totals are approximate until metal prices are confirmed on the next LBMA fix.

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Royal Mint Official Partner

Chards is an official partner of The Royal Mint. Our gold sovereign coins, among other Royal Mint products, are sourced directly from their mint headquarters in Llantrisant, Wales.

The 2025 Proof Sovereign Collection

The 2025 'full' proof sovereign range is expected to be popular due to it featuring two reverse designs; Merlen's remastered Royal Arms Shield design, as well as Benedetto Pistrucci's iconic St. George and the Dragon.

The 2025 Sovereign Collection is the last to be struck in 'red gold'. The range also marks the introduction of the first ever silver proof sovereign which collectors have been asking for some time!

Legacy of Jean Baptiste Merlen

Jean Baptiste Merlen was a renowned French engraver, initially employed by the Paris Mint before eventually joining The Royal Mint in 1820. He is celebrated for his contributions to numismatics and coin design.

William Wyon became Chief Engraver at The Royal Mint in 1828, during Jean Baptiste Merlen's time as assistant engraver. Merlen is best known for his obverse portrait of George IV, introduced in 1821, which was the first to depict a male monarch without a crown or laureate. He is also remembered for his Royal Arms Shield design, which first appeared on the George IV sovereigns.

History of Shield Sovereigns

Shield sovereigns are a cherished design in British coinage history, renowned for the intricate shield on their reverse. The shield sovereign first appeared on the reverse of gold sovereigns in 1825 during the reign of King George IV. Subsequently, the shield was used under the reign of King William IV and later popularised on Queen Victoria’s young head gold sovereign coins minted between 1838 and 1887.

For those interested in purchasing shield sovereigns, we recommend reading our shield sovereign guide to gain a solid understanding before investing. We stock a wide range of shield gold sovereign coins, ideal for collectors looking to add the historic Royal Arms shield design by Jean Baptiste Merlen to their collection.

To learn more about the specifications of these highly anticipated coins, explore our 2025 proof sovereign guide, which covers some of The Royal Mint’s most significant innovations to date.

History of the Gold Sovereigns

The English sovereign was first issued as a gold hammered coin in 1489 for the King Henry VII. Designed by German engraver, Alexander of Bruchsal, the obverse featured the King in his coronation robes seated upon his throne, symbolising the power, success and splendour of the fledgling Tudor dynasty. 

Although the first British gold sovereign was issued in 1489 for Henry VII, the modern gold sovereign was first struck in 1817 under George III. Issued with a nominal value of one pound, it was a circulation coin in Britain until the middle of World War I and abroad until 1932. The sovereign was reintroduced in 1957 as an investment coin to meet demand for gold bullion.

Today, the vast majority of British gold sovereigns showcase Benedetto Pistrucci's St George and the dragon design on the reverse, paired with various monarchs over time.

What Is a Proof Coin?

A proof coin is a type of coin that is produced using a specific minting process that results in a highly polished surface and intricate design details. Proof coins are typically produced in limited quantities and may feature unique packaging, certificates of authenticity, or other distinguishing characteristics that set them apart from standard coins.

Due to their limited production and exceptional finish, proof coins generally command higher prices than regular coins of the same denomination and are highly prized by both collectors and investors.

What Is Capital Gains Tax?

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is a form of levies imposed on the profit garnered from the sale of assets, such as real estate, investments, and collectibles. In the United Kingdom, the present CGT allowance is £3,000 per annum per individual, which implies that one can earn up to £3,000 from the sale of assets prior to being subject to CGT.

For UK residents, coins which are UK legal tender pound sterling coins are exempt from capital gains tax (CGT).

Obverse

The obverse features the official UK coinage uncrowned portrait of His Majesty King Charles III, facing left, and bears the following inscription:

· CHARLES III · DEI · GRA · REX · FID · DEF

Reverse

The reverse design features the traditional St. George and the dragon design by Benedetto Pistrucci, depicting George valiantly slaying the dragon.

2025 B.P.

Specification

MetalGold
Diameter22.05mm
Weight / SizeFull
Gold Weight Troy Ounces0.235
Fineness / Carat0.917 / 22
Mintage Figure2,111
Issue Limit2,025
Date2025
Obverse DesignerMartin Jennings
Reverse DesignerBenedetto Pistrucci
Issuing Monarch Charles III (2022 - Present)
Mint / BrandThe Royal Mint
CountryUnited Kingdom
Terms & Delivery

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General

  • Tuesday 24th December 2024 - Phone lines 9:30 - 14:00 (Last showroom appointment 12:00pm - Collections Only). 
  • Wednesday 25th December 2024 - Wednesday 1st January 2025 - Closed (Urgent enquiries will still be answered during this time).
  • Thursday 2nd January 2025 - Normal Business Hours.
  • All orders placed between Friday 20th December 2024 and Wednesday 1st January 2025 will be despatched between 2nd - 5th January 2025.

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  • Closed 20th December 2024 - 5th January 2025 inclusive.

Christmas Despatch 2024

  • Last despatch date for UKSTANDARD orders in time for Christmas – Monday 16th December.
  • Last despatch date for UKSPECIAL orders over £5,000 in time for Christmas –  Wednesday 18th December
  • Last despatch date for UKSPECIAL orders below £5,000 in time for Christmas & UKSTANDARDS orders not in time for Christmas – Friday 20th December

Internationals

  • Last despatch date for international orders in time for Christmas – Monday 2nd December.
  • Last despatch date for all internationals – Monday 16th December.

Distance Buy-Ins

  • Distance Buy Ins (DBI) – Last despatch date for DBI packaging – Packaging shipped out Monday 16th to arrive with customer Tuesday 17th to be collected by DPD Wednesday 18th to arrive with us Thursday 19th

New Year

  • First despatch date in the New Year – Thursday 2nd January 2025.

Delivery Information

We aim to dispatch orders within 48 hours of receiving cleared funds. Our standard delivery methods are as follows.

Orders over £60 - Fully Insured Delivery.

  • Within the UK and BFPO - Next day fully insured and tracked. Delivery starts from £6. 

Orders under £60

  • Within the UK and BFPO - Royal Mail 2nd Class. Your order will normally arrive within 2-3 working days. Delivery starts from £3.50.

If you wish to have your order sent by an alternative method (e.g., Saturday Guaranteed) please contact +441253343081 for more information. Please note, we will not dispatch high value orders over a bank holiday weekend.

For international delivery, please check with your local customs office for more information on custom duty and taxes.

Full delivery information can be found by clicking here.

Postal Insurance

We offer fully insured delivery on all special delivery options. We do need to pass on the cost of this insurance as it soon adds up shipping high value gold and silver products. 

  • Orders under £1500 there is no additional fee.
  • Orders over £1500 we charge a fee in order to cover the increasing costs of insurance. For every £1500 we apply a £1 fee. 

If you require any assistance, please do not hesitate to call the showroom on +441253343081 and one of our team can discuss your purchase. 

Terms of Sale - Key Points

You can find more information on payment and identification requirements.

Bullion coins are provided as is and on occasion may have some minor scratches or edge knocks. These are not regarded as faulty or damaged goods as their precious metal content and value as a bullion coin is not affected. Any coin sold for a value less than a 180% intrinsic is considered a bullion coin.

Gold investment products are VAT free. Silver investment products are inclusive of VAT at the current rate unless otherwise stated.

All investment products are based on the live precious metal price. Prices will be fixed once the item has been added to the basket and recalculates just before checking out. 

If your product is not a graded coin and is considered a bullion item, it should be noted that these are bought and sold on low premiums over their precious metal content and not solely for aesthetic purposes; therefore, some products may have edge knocks and/or marks. These edge knocks and marks do not alter the specifications of the coins.

Please note that all investment products are exempt from the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013 and therefore customers do not have the right to cancel their order once the order has been accepted. If customers no longer wish to go ahead with their investment purchase, there is an option to sell the products back to Chard (1964) Ltd instead. View our current buy back prices.

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