Coin pendant - 22 kt. Yellow gold
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Selected by Laura Trevino
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Estimate € 1,600 - € 2,000
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Description from the seller
Elegant pendant in gold made with an authentic British one-pound coin (Sovereign) minted in 1874, during the reign of Queen Victoria.
The coin features on the obverse the profile of Queen Victoria with the inscription VICTORIA D G BRITT REG, while on the reverse it depicts Saint George slaying the dragon, a famous engraving by Benedetto Pistrucci, with the date 1874 visible at the bottom.
The coin is original and historic, subsequently mounted as a pendant through a simple and functional setting, probably made for personal use.
The item presents itself as an antique jewel, ideal both for enthusiasts of mounted coins and for those who desire a gold piece with strong historical value.
Technical features
• Type: Pendant with coin
• Coin: United Kingdom – Sovereign (1 Pound)
• Year: 1874
• Coin material: 22 kt gold (karat 0.917)
• Coin weight (standard): about 7.99 g
• Total weight of object (coin + setting): about 8 g
• Coin diameter: about 22 mm
• Condition: circulated coin, wear consistent with age; setting in good condition
• Note: the coin is sold mounted, as shown in the photographs, and not as a loose numismatic coin
The Sovereign is one of the most iconic and recognizable gold coins in the world.
This 1874 specimen, although not intended for pure numismatic collecting due to the mounting, retains full historical and intrinsic value tied to gold, and is particularly appreciated as an antique piece of jewelry.
Elegant pendant in gold made with an authentic British one-pound coin (Sovereign) minted in 1874, during the reign of Queen Victoria.
The coin features on the obverse the profile of Queen Victoria with the inscription VICTORIA D G BRITT REG, while on the reverse it depicts Saint George slaying the dragon, a famous engraving by Benedetto Pistrucci, with the date 1874 visible at the bottom.
The coin is original and historic, subsequently mounted as a pendant through a simple and functional setting, probably made for personal use.
The item presents itself as an antique jewel, ideal both for enthusiasts of mounted coins and for those who desire a gold piece with strong historical value.
Technical features
• Type: Pendant with coin
• Coin: United Kingdom – Sovereign (1 Pound)
• Year: 1874
• Coin material: 22 kt gold (karat 0.917)
• Coin weight (standard): about 7.99 g
• Total weight of object (coin + setting): about 8 g
• Coin diameter: about 22 mm
• Condition: circulated coin, wear consistent with age; setting in good condition
• Note: the coin is sold mounted, as shown in the photographs, and not as a loose numismatic coin
The Sovereign is one of the most iconic and recognizable gold coins in the world.
This 1874 specimen, although not intended for pure numismatic collecting due to the mounting, retains full historical and intrinsic value tied to gold, and is particularly appreciated as an antique piece of jewelry.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Laboratory report
No laboratory report
Estimated period
1850-1900
Metal
Yellow gold
Brand jewellery
No
Fineness
22 kt.
Total weight
8 g
Condition
Good condition - used with some signs of wear
Gender
Women
Country of origin
United Kingdom
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