





1979 Elizabeth II Gold Graded Sovereign NGC MS-66 Coin
1979 Elizabeth II Gold Sovereign NGC MS-66
The 1979 Elizabeth II Gold Sovereign is a classic coin from The Royal Mint, struck in 22-carat gold with a fineness of 0.9167. Certified MS-66 by NGC, this coin offers both collectible and investment appeal. It contains 0.2354 troy ounces of gold, weighs 7.98g, and measures 22.05mm in diameter. The coin is exempt from UK Capital Gains Tax and VAT.
The obverse features Queen Elizabeth II in Arnold Machin’s second portrait, facing right, with the inscription: ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA F.D. (“Elizabeth II, by the Grace of God, Queen, Defender of the Faith”). The reverse displays Benedetto Pistrucci’s iconic Saint George slaying the dragon, with the date at the bottom centre.
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Manufacturer: The Royal Mint
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Gold Purity: 22 carat / 0.9167
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Weight: 7.98g
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Diameter: 22.05mm
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Contains 0.2354 troy ounces of gold
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Certified NGC MS-66
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VAT-free and CGT-free in the UK
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Supplied loose; 22.5mm coin capsule recommended
Mintage of the Second Portrait Sovereigns:
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1974 – 5,002,566
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1976 – 4,045,056
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1978 – 6,550,000
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1979 – 9,100,000
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1980 – 5,100,000
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1981 – 5,000,000
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1982 – 2,950,000
This MS-66 coin is highly sought after by collectors for its quality, rarity, and historic significance.
Fineness: 0.917
Brand: NGC
Country: United Kingdom
Year: 1979
Carat: 22
Metal: Gold
Diameter: 22.05mm
Weight/Size: Full
Gold Weight Troy Ounces: 0.2354
Obverse Designer: Arnold Machin
Reverse Designer: Benedetto Pistrucci
Issuing Monarch: Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
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1979 Elizabeth II Gold Graded Sovereign NGC MS-66 Coin
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