Description
United Kingdom Gold Sovereign (one pound) — the liquid British gold staple struck to the same standard since 1817. .9167 fine gold (22 karat), 7.988 g / 0.2354 troy oz fine gold.
Quality and grading
This piece is a full sovereign — not a half, quarter, or double. It is raw and dealer-authenticated, not an NGC or PCGS slab, and not a modern MS-70 or PF-70 issue. Dates and portraits vary (Victoria through Charles III). Circulated historic sovereigns typically sit in VF–AU; later bullion dates can be closer to UNC. The monarch and date on this coin are as photographed. We do not assign a Sheldon number unless the coin is already certified.
Key specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Country / denomination | United Kingdom, 1 Pound (Sovereign) |
| Standard since | 1817 (modern sovereign) |
| Metal / purity | Gold, .9167 (22 karat) |
| Weight | 7.98805 g |
| Fine gold | 7.322 g / 0.2354 troy oz |
| Diameter | 22.05 mm |
| Thickness | 1.52 mm |
| Typical reverse | St George and the Dragon (Benedetto Pistrucci) |
| Edge | Milled |
| Condition | Raw, dealer-authenticated (VF–AU typical for older dates) |
| Certification | Not slabbed (no NGC / PCGS grade) |
| SKU | GSOV1 |
Why buyers choose the sovereign
Dealers worldwide know the weight and purity, so a full sovereign is easy to price and easy to resell. The 22 karat alloy is harder than .999 fine gold, which is why older pieces still circulate as recognisable coins. British legal-tender sovereigns are often treated as CGT-exempt for UK residents — that is not tax advice; confirm with your adviser before you buy for tax reasons.
Want a specific portrait? Compare the Memorial sovereign, Elizabeth II Ribbon, and Elizabeth II Tiara.
Buy related historic gold
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- Buy Elizabeth II Tiara Sovereign — $987.75
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See the full gold coins for sale list, or read client reviews before you pay.
What you receive
- One genuine full gold sovereign, as photographed
- Dealer authentication — not a third-party slab unless stated
- Insured, tracked shipping
Questions buyers ask
How much gold is in a full sovereign?
.9167 fine (22 karat), 7.988 g total, about 0.2354 troy oz of fine gold.
What year and monarch is this sovereign?
Dates vary. This listing is a full sovereign as photographed — not a half or double. Ask chat for the exact year and portrait on this piece.
Is a sovereign CGT-exempt in the UK?
UK legal-tender gold sovereigns are commonly treated as CGT-exempt for UK residents. Confirm with your tax adviser. This page is not tax advice.
How do I buy with confidence?
Buy now for insured checkout, pay on the checkout page, or message Alex / hello@legacybullionmarket.com first.
Sarah M. –
My verified order for 1 Pound Gold Sovereign was handled with complete professionalism. Smooth ordering process from start to finish. Packaging gave me confidence the shipment was secure and private.