Victoria Sovereigns

Victoria Sovereigns

Explore a historic and highly collectable range of Queen Victoria Sovereign coins , representing the beginning and much of the golden age of modern British gold coinage. Struck in 22-carat gold by The Royal Mint between 1838 and 1901, Victoria Sovereigns are among the most diverse and widely collected issues in the entire Sovereign series.

As the first monarch to feature on the modern Sovereign, Queen Victoria’s reign spans multiple design eras, making these coins especially popular with collectors who value both historical depth and variety. Over her long reign, several different portraits were issued, each reflecting a distinct period of her life and monarchy.

Victoria Sovereigns typically include three key portrait types:

• Young Head (1838–1887)
• Jubilee Head (1887–1893)
• Old / Veiled Head (1893–1901)

Each type offers a unique depiction of Queen Victoria, making this one of the most collected monarch series in British numismatics. The earliest sovereigns were introduced in 1838, shortly after her accession, marking the beginning of a new era in British coinage.

All Victoria Sovereigns feature the iconic Benedetto Pistrucci reverse design of St George and the Dragon, one of the most famous coin designs in the world, symbolising British strength and tradition. Later Victorian issues also include coins struck at branch mints such as Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth, adding further variety and collectability.

Victoria Sovereigns are highly sought after for their:

• Long historical span across the Victorian era
• Multiple portrait types and design variations
• Branch mint and mint mark diversity
• Classic 22-carat gold Sovereign specification
• Strong global collector demand

Notable and desirable dates include early Young Head issues, Jubilee Head coins from the late 19th century, and Veiled Head sovereigns from the final years of Victoria’s reign. Many of these coins saw extensive circulation across the British Empire, meaning high-grade examples are increasingly scarce today.

At The London Coin Company , we offer a carefully selected range of Victoria Sovereign coins in collectable condition , including circulated examples, higher-grade coins, branch mint issues, and certified pieces.

Whether you are looking for:

• Early Young Head sovereigns
• Jubilee Head Victorian issues
• Veiled Head (Old Head) sovereigns
• London and colonial mint coins
• Graded and certified Victorian gold sovereigns

…you’ll find a curated selection ideal for both collectors and gold investors.

Victoria Sovereigns represent the foundation of modern British gold coin collecting, combining royal history, global minting, and timeless design. Browse our available Queen Victoria Sovereigns below and add a true piece of 19th-century British numismatic history to your collection today.