Sovereign Queen Victoria Young Head Gold Coin | 1838-1887

Sovereign Queen Victoria Young Head Gold Coin | 1838-1887

The Sovereign Queen Victoria Young Head, struck by The Royal Mint between 1838 and 1887, represents the earliest decades of Victoria's 63-year reign and the full height of the British Empire. Made from 22-carat gold (917/1000 fineness) with approximately 7.32 g of fine gold, these are among the oldest liquid gold coins regularly traded in Europe — a bridge across nearly two centuries of monetary history, carrying full bullion value alongside exceptional numismatic heritage.

Specifications

• Issuing authority: The Royal Mint, United Kingdom
• Reign period: 1838-1887 (Victoria, Young Head)
• Metal: Gold
• Fineness: 917/1000 (22-carat)
• Gross weight: 7.98 g
• Fine gold content: approx. 7.32 g
• Diameter: 22.05 mm
• Obverse: Young portrait of Queen Victoria by William Wyon
• Reverse: St George and the Dragon (Pistrucci) or shield reverse (period-dependent)

About the Young Head Victoria Sovereign

When Victoria ascended the throne in 1837, sculptor William Wyon created her celebrated Young Head portrait — appearing on coinage for nearly 50 years. These Sovereigns span some of the most consequential decades in world history: the Great Exhibition, the expansion of the British Empire and the Industrial Revolution. The reverse transitioned between Pistrucci's St George and the heraldic shield design, giving collectors two distinct reverse types to explore. Over 135 years old, they remain accepted by professional dealers across Europe.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between Young Head and Jubilee Head Victoria Sovereigns? A: The Young Head (1838-1887) shows a youthful Victoria; the Jubilee Head (1887-1893) depicts a mature Queen with a small crown. Both contain the same gold content.

Q: Are these coins accepted by bullion dealers today? A: Yes — Royal Mint Sovereigns of all eras are globally recognised and accepted by professional dealers without additional testing.

Q: What condition are these coins in? A: Typically Good Very Fine to Extremely Fine; each coin is individually described. Contact us for specific grading information.