These Gold Sovereign Coins, featuring Elizabeth II's second portrait by Arnold Machin, are our best value option for investors and collectors seeking low-premium gold sovereigns.

Sovereign coins bearing Arnold Machin's second portrait of Elizabeth II were issued from 1968 to 1984.

Manufactured by The Royal Mint
Fineness: 0.9167 / 22 carat gold
Finish: Bullion
Gold Content: 0.2354 troy ounce of gold
Tax Benefit: Exempt from Capital Gains Tax & VAT
Weight: 7.98g
Diameter: 22.05mm

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Legacy of Arnold Machin

Arnold Machin, born in 1911, was a renowned British sculptor who made a lasting impact. He is famous for creating the enduring design of Queen Elizabeth II's second portrait, which was used on British postage stamps and coins from 1968 to 1984.

Second Coinage Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II

Designed by artist, Arnold Machin, the Second Definitive UK Coin Portrait exudes elegance. This new portrait was released with the introduction of the new five and ten pence decimalisation coins in 1968. This bust displays the Queen wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara; this tiara had been a wedding gift to the Queen from her grandmother Queen Mary in 1947. The Queen's hair is loosely waved and fabric is draped around her shoulders. This portrait was used on coins until 1984.

Obverse

The obverse shows the second coinage portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Arnold Machin.

Reverse

The reverse design is by Benedetto Pistrucci. It shows St. George slaying the dragon. This has been used on Sovereigns since 1817.

Key Information

Intrinsic Value	£794.17
Product ID	10412
Stock Status	Out of Stock

Product Spec

Metal	Gold
Diameter	22.05mm
Weight/Size	Full
Gold Weight Troy Ounces	0.2354
Fineness/Carat	0.917 / 22
Obverse Designer	Arnold Machin
Reverse Designer	Benedetto Pistrucci
Issuing Monarch	Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Mint/Brand	The Royal Mint
Country	United Kingdom

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Quantity	Premium %	Per Item
1+	5.50%	£837.85
10+	5.40%	£837.06
25+	5.30%	£836.26

Gold Sovereign Best Value Elizabeth II Second Portrait Bullion Coin