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1897 Gold Sovereign Value, Victoria Old head / veiled - sell today or buy online

There were 2 Sovereign variations struck dated 1897. Mintage figures are shown where available.

The value of 1897 Gold Sovereign coins can range from £838 to £1,122 depending on condition. The guide prices are based on coin grades from Fine (F) to Uncirculated (UNC). A mid grade value mid point between VF (Very Fine) and EF (Extremely Fine) condition 1897 Sovereign is worth about £964.

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Reverse: Victoria 1897 Sovereign M (Melbourne Mint)
Victoria 1897 Sovereign M (Melbourne Mint)
M on ground on reverse (Melbourne Mint)
BV/F
£837
VF
£932
EF
£995
UNC
£1122
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Mintage: 5,130,565

Metal: 91.667% Gold

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Guide prices shown are from the Token Publishing Coin Yearbook 2022 for Fine (F), Very Fine (VF), Extremely Fine (EF) and Uncirculated (UNC) condition. We can accept no liability for the accuracy of the prices quoted.

Victoria 1897 Sovereign S (Sydney Mint)
S on ground on reverse (Sydney Mint)
BV/F
£837
VF
£932
EF
£995
UNC
£1122
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Mintage: 2,532,000

Metal: 91.667% Gold

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There are a number of factors that affect Gold Sovereign values, some 1897 sovereigns may be worth less than the coin grade guide value, whereas other same year date examples could command much higher prices if they exibit desirable features such as attractive natural toning.