Description
Why does this 2002 Great Britain Gold Sovereign coin belong in your collection?
In 2002, for the second time during the reign of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, The Royal Mint released a gold sovereign coin with a single year of issue design. The special coin was minted in honor of the Queen’s Golden Jubilee (fifty years on the throne).
- This 2002 Great Britain Sovereign contains 7.98 grams of .9167 fine gold (22 karat).
- The bullion coin features a Golden Jubilee commemorative reverse design.
- The coin is minted with a stunning, brilliant, uncirculated finish.
- The 22.05 mm diameter coin is a legal tender of Great Britain.
- No more than 100,000 were minted.
Gorgeous Design Details
Obverse: The obverse is graced with a right-facing effigy of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The portrait is encircled by the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II” and “DEI. GRA. REGINA. FID. DEF.,” which translates as “Queen by the Grace of God, Defender of the Faith.” This rendition of the late monarch was designed by acclaimed British sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley in 1998.
Reverse: The reverse features an image derived from the Royal Arms of Queen Elizabeth II, a heraldic shield adorned with symbolism honoring the countries of Great Britain, with the St. Edward’s Crown above. The emblem is surrounded by a wreath of laurel, which is an homage to the “Young Head” sovereign coins issued by Queen Victoria, the great-great-grandmother of Queen Elizabeth II, who had celebrated a Golden Jubilee in 1887. Renowned British calligrapher, illuminator, and heraldic artist Timothy Noad created this powerful interpretation of the Royal Arms.
Exceptionally Minted Gold Coin
This 2002 Great Britain Gold Sovereign coin, issued in tribute to the Golden Jubilee of the late Queen Elizabeth II, is presented in ungraded condition. Expect the coin to possess a beautifully executed strike, exquisitely finished surfaces, and outstanding eye appeal.
Add this limited mintage Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee 2002 Gold Sovereign coin to your collection today!
