This British 1887 Gold Sovereign replica captures one of the most celebrated coins in British numismatic history — the Queen Victoria Jubilee Head Sovereign. The obverse features a left-facing crowned and veiled portrait of Queen Victoria with the inscription Victoria D.G. Britt. Reg. F.D. — "Victoria by the Grace of God, Queen of the Britons, Defender of the Faith" — encircling the design within a fine milled border. The reverse displays the iconic St George and the Dragon design by Benedetto Pistrucci, with the date 1887 beneath the horse.
The 1887 Jubilee Head Sovereign was issued to mark Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee — fifty years on the British throne — making it one of the most historically significant sovereign issues of the entire Victorian era. The St George and Dragon reverse, first introduced by Pistrucci in 1817, remains the definitive image of the British sovereign to this day. This 28.4mm copper replica faithfully reproduces the extraordinary portrait and reverse detail of the original Royal Mint strike. This piece is a British Victorian historical collectible coin designed for display and collection.
About the Design
Queen Victoria reigned from 1837 to 1901 — the longest reign in British history at that time. The Jubilee Head portrait, designed by Joseph Edgar Boehm, was introduced in 1887 to replace the earlier Young Head design and appeared on all British coinage through to 1893. The Gold Sovereign was the cornerstone of the British gold standard and circulated across the entire British Empire. The 1887 Jubilee issue is particularly prized by collectors as a Golden Jubilee commemorative, combining historical significance with the finest Victorian portrait engraving.
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Product Features
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Design: Queen Victoria Jubilee Head obverse / St George and Dragon reverse
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Inscription: Victoria D.G. Britt. Reg. F.D. / 1887
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Material: Copper with gold plating
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Diameter: 28.4mm
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Finish: Gold tone
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Packaging: Securely packaged, ready for display or gifting
Perfect For
- Collectors of British sovereign and Victorian coins
- Queen Victoria and Golden Jubilee history enthusiasts
- British Empire and Royal Mint numismatic collections
- Display in coin cabinets, shadow boxes, or collector trays
- Unique gift for British history and royalty lovers
Shipping
Free worldwide tracked shipping. Estimated delivery: 9–14 days. Each coin is securely packaged for safe arrival.
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This item is a commemorative collectible and is not affiliated with any official government mint.
This item is a commemorative collectible and is not legal tender, not issued by a government mint, and not an investment product. It is intended for hobby collecting and display purposes only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original 1887 British Gold Sovereign?
No. This is a high-quality replica collectible inspired by the original 1887 Queen Victoria Jubilee Head Gold Sovereign struck at the Royal Mint. It is produced for display and collecting purposes only and is not an authentic historical artefact and contains no gold.
What is it made of?
The coin is made from copper with gold-tone plating, replicating the appearance of the original Victorian gold sovereign.
Is this coin legal tender?
No. This item is a commemorative collectible and is not legal tender, not issued by any government mint, and has no monetary value. It is intended solely for hobby collecting and display.
How is it packaged and when will it arrive?
Each coin is securely packaged for safe arrival. We offer free worldwide tracked shipping with an estimated delivery time of 9–14 days.
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