Victoria (1837-1901), Gold Sovereign, 1838. First young head left, W.W. raised on truncation for engraver William Wyon, Latin legend and toothed border surrounding, VICTORIA DEI GRATIA, rev. crowned quartered shield of arms within laurel wreath, emblems below, Latin legend and toothed border surrounding, BRITANNIARUM REGINIA FID: DEF:, weight 7.99g (Bentley 36; Marsh 22 R; S.3852). Lightly toned, some surface marks and digs on obverse, some quite prominent in neck area with short scratches, otherwise a bold very fine. Estimated Value $3,000
Calendar Year Mintage 2,718,6904 The Latin legends translates on obverse as "Victoria by the Grace of God," and on the reverse "Queen of the Briton's, Defender of the Faith."