Making Numismatic History – The Rare Reverse Design Changes of The Sovereign

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Making Numismatic History

Since it was first introduced in 1817, Benedetto Pistrucci’s St George and the dragon has become synonymous with The Sovereign. The design has consistently featured on the coin’s reverse since 1871, changing only a handful of times.

Here are five occasions that The Sovereign’s reverse design has changed in recent memory – each holding a special place in numismatic history.


1989

 
The 500th Anniversary of The Sovereign

2002

The Golden Jubilee Sovereign

2005

A New St George and the Dragon

2012

The Diamond Jubilee Sovereign

2022

The Platinum Jubilee Sovereign

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