This is a 1959 Queen Elizabeth II Gold Full Sovereign. This iconic British gold coin features the classic "George and Dragon" design by Benedetto Pistrucci, which depicts Saint George slaying a dragon.
It has a face value of one pound and is considered legal tender in the United Kingdom.
Minting Location: While sovereigns were minted in London until 1917, and again in 1925, they were also produced at various mints in Australia and South Africa during this period.
Sovereigns are a type of bullion coin, valued for their gold content as well as their collectibility.
