The obverse of this special sovereign features a unique one-year-only portrait of Queen Elizabeth II in celebration of Her Majesty’s 90th birthday by celebrated sculptor James Butler.
The Reverse depicts the famous image of a mounted Saint George slaying a dragon, first used on Sovereigns in 1817 and designed by Benedetto Pistrucci.
Specification
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Denomination | Sovereign |
| Maximum Coin Mintage | 9675 |
| Alloy | 22 Carat Gold |
| Weight | 7.98 g |
| Diameter | 22.05mm |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Reverse Designer | Benedetto Pistrucci |
| Obverse Designer | James Butler |
| Quality | Proof |
| Year | 2016 |
| Pure Metal Type | Gold |