George III Sovereigns
George III Sovereign CoinsExplore a rare and historically important range of George III Sovereign coins , struck during the early years of Britain’s modern gold Sovereign series. Issued in 1817 and 1820, these 22-carat gold coins represent the very foundation of the Sovereign as we know it today, making them some of the most significant pieces in British numismatics. The Sovereign was reintroduced in 1817 following the Great Recoinage after the Napoleonic Wars, with George III becoming the first monarch of the modern Sovereign era. These early issues were produced to exceptionally high minting standards and helped establish the Sovereign as a global benchmark for gold coinage. George III Sovereigns feature the bare-headed portrait of King George III on the obverse, paired with Benedetto Pistrucci’s iconic St George and the Dragon reverse design, which debuted with the revived Sovereign series and remains in use today. Key features of George III Sovereigns include:
Notable dates include the 1817 first-year issue, widely regarded as a landmark coin in British monetary history, and the 1820 Sovereign, struck during the final year of George III’s reign. Surviving examples from this period are highly collectable, with many coins showing circulation due to their use in early 19th-century commerce. George III Sovereigns are especially sought after for their:
At The London Coin Company , we offer a carefully selected range of George III Sovereign coins in collectable condition , including early 1817 issues, 1820-dated examples, circulated coins, and certified graded pieces. Whether you are looking for:
…you’ll find a curated selection ideal for both serious collectors and early British gold specialists. George III Sovereigns represent the beginning of the modern gold Sovereign tradition. Browse our available George III Sovereigns below and secure a true foundation piece of British coinage history today. |
