{"title":"Gold Coins","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover the world’s favourite precious metal in coins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-formula-bar-text-style=\"font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-weight:normal;text-decoration:none;font-family:'docs-Calibri';font-style:normal;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;\"\u003eDive into the enchanting realm of gold \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.downies.com\/collections\/coins\"\u003ecoins\u003c\/a\u003e, a treasure that transcends time with its radiant allure and universal appeal. Gold, the world's most cherished precious metal, has influenced the fate of civilizations and has symbolised wealth, history, power and artistry through the ages. The recorded use of gold in numismatics extends as far back as 700 BC, when the Kingdom of Lydia (now western Turkey) used the metal to mint its coinage. Explore our gold coin collection and begin your own love affair with this precious metal in numismatic form!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Curated Collection of Gold Coins for Every Enthusiast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-formula-bar-text-style=\"font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-weight:normal;text-decoration:none;font-family:'docs-Calibri';font-style:normal;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;\"\u003eExperience the grandeur of history with our meticulously curated selection of gold coins. Discover the gold coins of the Australian gold rush, or the allure of ancient gold coins and gold Sovereigns. There is also the innovative world of contemporary gold legal tender masterpieces to explore - crafted by renowned international mints! Downies presents an unparalleled assortment. Each coin, whether pure gold or gold-plated, is a testament to our commitment to excellence, accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity for your peace of mind. Shop our collection now! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownies Custom Gold Coins: A Fusion of Artistry and Prestige\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-formula-bar-text-style=\"font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-weight:normal;text-decoration:none;font-family:'docs-Calibri';font-style:normal;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;\"\u003eAt Downies, we believe a gold coin is more than a collector's item—it's a symbol of achievement, passion, and timeless elegance. Delight in our exquisite selection of custom gold Proof coins, each struck from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-formula-bar-text-style=\"font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-weight:bold;text-decoration:none;font-family:''docs-Calibri'';font-style:normal;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;\"\u003e99.99% pure gold,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-formula-bar-text-style=\"font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-weight:normal;text-decoration:none;font-family:'docs-Calibri';font-style:normal;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;\"\u003e available in a wide range of exciting collections and themes – including Australiana and so much more. More than gold, the technical mastery and minting innovations of our spectacular custom gold coin designs will leave your breathless. Whether commemorating a special occasion, or enhancing your collection, our custom gold coins are designed to be treasured. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-formula-bar-text-style=\"font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-weight:normal;text-decoration:underline;font-family:''docs-Calibri'';font-style:normal;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;\"\u003eExplore our exclusive range here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Downies?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-formula-bar-text-style=\"font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-weight:normal;text-decoration:none;font-family:'docs-Calibri';font-style:normal;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;\"\u003eExpertly Curated Selection: Handpicked to ensure the highest quality, authenticity and rarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-formula-bar-text-style=\"font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-weight:normal;text-decoration:none;font-family:'docs-Calibri';font-style:normal;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;\"\u003eWide range for every pocket: We offer a wide variety of gold coins in different weights to suite all collectors - whether you are just starting your gold collection, or acquiring a treasured investment piece!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-formula-bar-text-style=\"font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-weight:normal;text-decoration:none;font-family:'docs-Calibri';font-style:normal;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;\"\u003eGuaranteed Certified Authenticity: Peace of mind with every purchase, thanks to our guaranteed Certificates of Authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-formula-bar-text-style=\"font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-weight:normal;text-decoration:none;font-family:'docs-Calibri';font-style:normal;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;\"\u003eCustom and Collectible: Unique themes and pure gold coins tailored to every collector's dream.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-formula-bar-text-style=\"font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-weight:normal;text-decoration:none;font-family:'docs-Calibri';font-style:normal;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;\"\u003eFinest metal quality: Our custom pure gold coins are crafted from 99.99% gold. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-formula-bar-text-style=\"font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-weight:normal;text-decoration:none;font-family:'docs-Calibri';font-style:normal;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;\"\u003eEmbark on a journey of discovery with Downies, where history, artistry, and prestige converge. Our collection of gold coins is a gateway to the world's favourite precious metal, offering something for every enthusiast and collector. Start your collection today and experience the grandeur of gold! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"george-v-1916m-gold-sovereign-uncirculated","title":"George V 1916M Gold Sovereign Uncirculated","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStruck at the Melbourne Mint in the year that \u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext; background: white;\"\u003eAustralian troops first fought on the Western Front, making their debut at the Battle of Fromelles\u003c\/span\u003e, the 1916M Gold Sovereign gives you the chance to create a powerful bond with those who served Australia with such distinction in “the war to end all wars”. \u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn part due to the low mintages, and the number melted for the gold – as well as the number shipped overseas to satisfy Australia’s massive war debt – all WWI sovereigns are scarce today. The difficulty in tracking down WWI dates is exacerbated by the fact that these coins are highly sought after as genuine artefacts of Australia’s Baptism of Fire. Offered in Uncirculated condition, this is an irresistible opportunity to add some premium grade Great War gold to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUniting the timeless beauty of Pistrucci’s St George \u0026amp; the Dragon reverse with the distinguished features of King George V, each 1916M Gold Sovereign is set in a timber case with a Certificate of Authenticity. 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A marvellous example, this entrancing coin has been graded by leading independent 3\u003csup\u003erd\u003c\/sup\u003e party coin verifiers PCGS at MS61 – the equivalent of Uncirculated condition! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eAs with each Young Head Half Sovereign, the 1884M unites William Wyon’s iconic youthful portrait of Queen Victoria with the armorial magnificence of Jean Baptiste Merlen’s glorious Shield motif. An extremely low-mintage issue, production of 1884M was closed at just 48,000 coins! With a vast majority of that meagre mintage lost, melted for the gold or heavily circulated, the number of examples remaining in high grade is infinitesimal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eMissing from most collections, even in low grade, this is your chance to secure this crucial Australian colonial issue in strictly Uncirculated condition. Underpinned by excellent detail in the designs, a lovely golden lustre and a strong Melbourne Mint M Mintmark, this is undoubtedly a coin for the connoisseur. 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This is in part attributable to the generally low mintages, and the number melted for the gold in the century since struck – as well as those dispatched overseas to satisfy international debt after WWI. The scarcity of WWI dates is also due to the fact that these coins are genuine artefacts of Australia’s Baptism of Fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA wonderful opportunity to secure some premium grade WWI gold, the 1915M Gold Sovereign is offered in Uncirculated condition, with each coin set in a timber case with a Certificate of Authenticity. 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The difficulty in tracking down WWI dates is also attributable to the fact that these coins are inextricably linked with Australia’s Baptism of Fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOffered in premium grade Extremely Fine to Uncirculated condition, each 1915S Gold Sovereign is beautifully presented within a timber case with a Certificate of Authenticity. 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This is in part due to the generally low mintages, and the number melted for the gold – as well as those shipped overseas to pay off debt after WWI. Always in high demand due to the powerful link with Australia’s Baptism of Fire, WWI sovereigns are never more sought after than when found in the supreme state of preservation seen here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCreating a strong bond with those who served Australia in “the war to end all wars”, the single example of the 1918P we have available has been graded by leading independent 3\u003csup\u003erd\u003c\/sup\u003e party verifier Numismatic Guaranty Corporation at MS64 – the equivalent of Choice Uncirculated quality. Click add to cart now!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Downies Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47792712450356,"sku":"32295","price":2399.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/1815\/9156\/products\/32295-1.jpg?v=1710473912"},{"product_id":"george-v-1931p-gold-sovereign-ngc-ms64-choice-uncirculated","title":"1931 Perth George V Gold Sovereign NGC MS64 (Choice Uncirculated)","description":null,"brand":"Downies Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47792715792692,"sku":"32300","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/1815\/9156\/files\/32300-3.jpg?v=1712133440"},{"product_id":"1859-sydney-mint-sovereign-type-ii-pcgs-au55","title":"1859 Sydney Mint Sovereign Type II PCGS AU55","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003eAn essential component of every Australian collection, the Sydney Mint Sovereign is a genuine artefact of Australia's Gold Rush – history you can hold in your hands! Desirable in any condition, we have the key date 1859 Sydney Mint Sovereign available in spellbinding, near-flawless condition!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003eThe 1859 Sydney Mint Sovereign is the second lowest mintage Sydney Mint Sovereign Type II, with just 1,050,500 struck. As a vast majority have been lost or melted for the gold value in the 160+ years since issue, this iconic Australian Gold Rush coin is scarce in any condition. It is excessively rare in the upper echelons of quality, as here. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003eOfficially assessed and graded by leading 3\u003csup\u003erd\u003c\/sup\u003e party verifier Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) at AU55, the rare example before you is notable for little wear to the high points, razor-sharp detail in the designs and inscriptions, and a mesmeric lustrous glow. There is no question – this is a coin with immense eye-appeal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003eSeldom seen in such an exceptional state of preservation, secure this great Australian rarity today – click add to cart now!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"_Hlk191458135\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ci\u003eAustralia’s first sovereign – the history…\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralia’s key role in the history of the sovereign began following the 1850s Gold Rush. Quick to take advantage of the vast quantities of gold unearthed in the colonies, Britain established the first overseas branch of the Royal Mint in 1853. It was Sydney that won the right to establish Australia’s first official mint, and when legislation passed through the British Parliament in August 1853, the Sydney Mint was born.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003eThe Sydney Mint was domiciled in the south wing of Sydney’s Rum Hospital. This hospital had been built from 1811 to 1816 under the stewardship of Australia’s fifth governor, the iconic Lachlan Macquarie. Officially opened on May 14, 1855, the Sydney Mint struck Australia’s first sovereign just a few weeks later, on June 23, 1855. It was the beginning of what is arguably Australia’s most revered, most distinctive coin series. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe reverse of the Sydney Mint Sovereign was designed by Leonard Wyon – a member of the famed clan of engravers, and actually born in one of the houses of the Royal Mint, London. Instantly recognisable, Australia’s first sovereign had ‘SYDNEY MINT’, ‘AUSTRALIA’ and ‘ONE SOVEREIGN’ proudly emblazoned on the reverse. Thus, this coin was not only the sole sovereign type to carry the name of the mint and the denomination, but referred to a political entity – Australia – that would not technically exist for nearly 50 years! The obverse portrait of Queen Victoria found on the first Sydney Mint Sovereign type (1855 \u0026amp; 1856) was created by Leonard’s second cousin, James Wyon. This was replaced on the second type (1857-70) by a portrait created by Leonard Wyon. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eAuthorities in Great Britain had decided that the Sydney Mint Sovereign should have designs entirely different to the traditional British sovereigns for one very specific reason. Intended to be legal tender in New South Wales only, the different designs made it easy to distinguish the allegedly ‘inferior’ colonial gold coins from their allegedly ‘superior’ British counterparts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eFar from the original objective of British authorities, Sydney Mint Sovereigns not only circulated in other Australian colonies, but were also accepted as far afield as Britain, \u003c\/span\u003eHong Kong, Ceylon and Newfoundland. The great irony is that the Sydney Mint Sovereign was actually a victim of its own popularity. British authorities were shocked to find that colonial issues were actually \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003epreferred \u003c\/i\u003eto Royal Mint Sovereigns! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003eAlthough supplanted by standard British designs from 1871 as a result, the Sydney Mint Sovereign will forever hold a crucial place in Australian history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIndeed, more than just a coin, the Sydney Mint Sovereign is living history – physical evidence of the Gold Rush that gripped the colonies in the 1850s, and inspired the march to Federation in 1901. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Downies Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47792716775732,"sku":"32163","price":7495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/1815\/9156\/products\/32163-1.jpg?v=1710727448"},{"product_id":"australian-sovereign-2022-25-gold-proof-coin","title":"Australian Sovereign 2022 $25 Gold Proof Coin","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product attribute description\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"value\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInspired by ‘colonial’ sovereigns first minted in Sydney in 1855, The Perth Mint’s annual tribute coin is struck from 91.67% pure gold in proof quality. This year, the design includes a platinum plated representation of St Edward's Crown and a small '70' privy mark, embellishments celebrating the proclamation of Queen Elizabeth II’s succession to the throne 70 years ago in 1952 - buy now!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Downies Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47792782508340,"sku":"29320","price":1095.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/1815\/9156\/files\/29320-1.jpg?v=1712128848"},{"product_id":"queen-victoria-1900p-veiled-head-gold-half-sovereign-very-fine","title":"1900 Perth Queen Victoria Veiled Head Gold Half Sovereign Very Fine","description":null,"brand":"Downies Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47792792895796,"sku":"28501","price":2695.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/1815\/9156\/products\/28501-2.jpg?v=1710249789"},{"product_id":"queen-victoria-1884m-young-head-st-george-gold-sovereign-ngc-ms63-choice-uncirculated","title":"1884 Melbourne Queen Victoria Young Head St George Gold Sovereign NGC MS63 (Choice Uncirculated)","description":null,"brand":"Downies Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47792804987188,"sku":"28106","price":3099.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/1815\/9156\/products\/28106-1.jpg?v=1710249431"},{"product_id":"1899p-st-george-veiled-head-sovereign-very-fine","title":"Queen Victoria 1899P Veiled Head Gold Sovereign Very Fine","description":null,"brand":"Downies Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47792806297908,"sku":"27788","price":3699.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/1815\/9156\/products\/27788-2_1.jpg?v=1710249240"},{"product_id":"1857-66-sydney-mint-half-sovereign-type-ii-very-good-fine","title":"1857-66 Sydney Mint Gold Half Sovereign Type II Very Good-Fine","description":null,"brand":"Downies Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47792816292148,"sku":"27474","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/1815\/9156\/products\/27474-2.jpg?v=1710249133"},{"product_id":"1856-sydney-mint-sovereign-type-i-pcgs-au55-about-uncirculated","title":"1856 Sydney Mint Sovereign Type I PCGS AU55","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe second of only two dates of Australia’s first Sovereign type, the 1856 Sydney Mint Sovereign is a treasured Gold Rush artefact. Sought after for its great beauty and rich history, this key date is also hunted down for its rarity in superior quality – as here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBearing a reverse proudly emblazoned with ‘AUSTRALIA’, ‘SYDNEY MINT’ and ‘ONE SOVEREIGN’, the 1856 Sydney Mint Sovereign is distinguished by the youthful portrait of Queen Victoria by Royal Mint engraver James Wyon. A tiny number of sovereigns were struck in 1856, with the mintage closed at a mere 981,000. In the nearly 170 years since issue, it will come as no surprise that a vast majority have been lost \u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eto the mists of time \u003c\/span\u003eor melted for the intrinsic value of the gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOf surviving examples, most experienced heavy circulation during the heady days of the Australian Gold Rush. Very few remain in even ‘decent’ condition, let alone the spellbinding quality apparent here. Underpinned by strong detail, entrancing hues and minimal wear to the high-points, the 1856 Sydney Mint Sovereign before you is simply breathtaking. It is undoubtedly one of the finest we have offered in more than 90 years in the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSure to bring a prestigious lustre to any collection, this excessively rare example has been graded by leading independent third party coin verifier Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) at AU55. Indicative of the quality of the coin, PCGS has graded only a tiny number of 1856 Sydney Mint Sovereigns higher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA mouthwatering opportunity to take your collection to unprecedented heights, immediate action is essential. Click add to cart now!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"_Hlk191458135\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eAustralia’s first sovereign – the history…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"page-break-after: avoid; mso-outline-level: 1;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAustralia’s key role in the history of the sovereign began following the \u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003e1850s Gold Rush\u003c\/span\u003e. Quick to take advantage of the vast quantities of gold unearthed in the colonies, Britain established the first overseas branch of the Royal Mint in 1853. It was \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eSydney that won the right to establish Australia’s first \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eofficial \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003emint, and when legislation passed through the British Parliament in August 1853\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e, the Sydney Mint was born. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eThe Sydney Mint was domiciled in the south wing of Sydney’s Rum Hospital. This hospital had been built from 1811 to 1816 under the stewardship of Australia’s fifth governor, the iconic Lachlan Macquarie. Officially opened on May 14, 1855, the Sydney Mint struck Australia’s first sovereign just a few weeks later, on June 23, 1855. It was the beginning of what is arguably Australia’s most revered, most distinctive coin series. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe reverse of the Sydney Mint Sovereign was designed by Leonard Wyon – a member of the famed clan of engravers, and actually born in one of the houses of the Royal Mint, London. Instantly recognisable, Australia’s first sovereign had ‘SYDNEY MINT’, ‘AUSTRALIA’ and ‘ONE SOVEREIGN’ proudly emblazoned on the reverse. Thus, this coin was not only the sole sovereign type to carry the name of the mint and the denomination, but referred to a political entity – Australia – that would not technically exist for nearly 50 years! The obverse portrait of Queen Victoria found on the first Sydney Mint Sovereign type (1855 \u0026amp; 1856) was created by Leonard’s second cousin, James Wyon. This was replaced on the second type (1857-70) by a portrait created by Leonard Wyon. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eAuthorities in Great Britain had decided that the Sydney Mint Sovereign should have designs entirely different to the traditional British sovereigns for one very specific reason. Intended to be legal tender in New South Wales only, the different designs made it easy to distinguish the allegedly ‘inferior’ colonial gold coins from their allegedly ‘superior’ British counterparts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eFar from the original objective of British authorities, Sydney Mint Sovereigns not only circulated in other Australian colonies, but were also accepted as far afield as Britain, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk191458135;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eHong Kong, Ceylon and Newfoundland. The great irony is that the Sydney Mint Sovereign was actually a victim of its own popularity. 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