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Revealed: The UK Sovereign’s Biggest Transformation Yet
What’s changing, why it matters, and what you need to know…
The 2025 Sovereign has finally been revealed and Britain’s flagship gold coin is entering a ground breaking new chapter, bringing the most significant changes in recent history.
First is the announcement that 2025 will be the last ever Sovereign issue struck in the iconic rose-gold alloy, marking the end of an era for one of Britain’s most treasured coins.
From 2026 onwards, collectors will see a new yellow-gold alloy take its place. This change represents a new era for the UK Sovereign, ensuring that the 2025 coin will be highly sought after as the last of its kind.
Here’s how you can expect the Sovereign’s appearance to change:
A Silver Sovereign shocks the collecting world
Perhaps the biggest shock, in a move that nobody saw coming, The Royal Mint has also revealed the first-ever UK Silver Sovereign.
This unprecedented addition to the Sovereign family has already caused a stir among collectors. Silver Sovereigns are set to become a collector’s must-have, offering a new and exciting way to own a piece of numismatic history.
The Return of the Shield Design
As if these changes weren’t exciting enough, The Royal Mint has also introduced a brand-new design on the Gold Proof Sovereign’s reverse. For the first time in over two decades, the 2025 Sovereign will feature a Shield design, paying tribute to 200 years since the Shield first appeared on a Sovereign in 1825, under the reign of King George IV.
The last time we saw a proper Shield design on a Sovereign was in 2002, in honour of Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee. That edition was a phenomenon, with all 20,500 coins selling out and becoming one of the most coveted Sovereigns of the modern era.
With an edition limit of just 5,000 for the 2025 Shield Sovereign, we’re expecting a collector rush like we haven’t seen in years.
Key details for collectors
Here’s the information we have right now on the 2025 Proof Sovereign range:
| Coin | Edition Limit |
|---|---|
| The Sovereign (Shield Design) | 5,000 |
| The Sovereign 3-Coin Set (Shield Design) | 650 |
| The Piedfort Sovereign (Shield Design) | 1,250 |
| The Sovereign (George & the Dragon Design) | 2,025 |
| The Silver Sovereign (George & the Dragon Design) | 50,000 |
The Sovereigns will go on sale soon. Quick sell-outs are expected across the range.
Celebrating 125 years of The Perth Mint: 2024 Australia Gold Proof Sovereign
The Perth Mint has a storied history rooted in the gold rush of the 1850s, a time when vast quantities of precious metal were unearthed in Western Australia. To capitalise on this wealth, The Perth Mint was established in 1899 as a branch of Britain’s Royal Mint. Since then, it has become a cornerstone of Australia’s numismatic heritage. In a nod to it’s past, The Perth Mint proudly announces the release of the 2024 Australia Gold Proof Sovereign.
This edition is truly special. It’s the first Australia Sovereign to feature King Charles III, with the reverse redesigned to pay homage to the first-ever Perth Mint Sovereign struck 125 years ago. This new design presents a fresh interpretation of the classic St. George and the Dragon.
Struck by The Perth Mint from 22 carat gold, the design itself re-imagines the traditional St George and the Dragon design by Benedetto Pistrucci, depicting a warrior on horseback brandishing a sword above a vanquished dragon.
The intricate design is encircled by the inscriptions ‘AUSTRALIA’, ‘2024’, and also a a special ‘P125’ mintmark – signifying the Australian coin has been struck at The Perth Mint on this 125th Anniversary year.
The obverse features Royal Mint artist, Dan Thorne’s, portrait of King Charles III. This is the first time that King Charles features on an Australian Sovereign, marking another key moment in numismatic history.
Explore the design
Use the interactive points in the image below to explore the original St George and the Dragon design and the brand-new design featuring on the 2024 Australian Gold Proof Sovereign.
A Limited Edition Masterpiece
The edition limit for this coin is just 2,000, making it over three times scarcer than the sold-out UK 2024 Gold Proof Sovereign. Struck to the same exacting standards as the UK Gold Proof Sovereign, this coin weighs 7.98 grams of 22-carat gold. It is the first Sovereign issued since the Platinum Jubilee edition in 2022, marking a two-year hiatus due to the change of monarch.
A Tribute to History
The very first coin minted by The Perth Mint in 1899 is a piece of history permanently displayed in its gold exhibition. This coin was the first of 106 million sovereigns produced until 1931, marking the beginning of a legacy that continues to shine brightly.
The 2024 Australian Gold Proof Sovereign is a remarkable tribute to 125 years of rich heritage, as well as a unique milestone in a brand-new legacy of King Charles III. This limited edition coin, with its exquisite design and high-quality craftsmanship, is a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
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