The 2022 Gold Sovereign is regarded as a special entry in the British Sovereign range as it is the first to ever feature the design with the lion and unicorn as a coat of arms. The revised design is to celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee, marking seventy years since her majesty assumed the throne from her father George VI in 1952. This coin preceeded the Memorial Sovereign which was also dated 2022
10,500 Gold 2022 Proof Full Sovereigns were issued as well as 2,000 Half Sovereign Proofs by the Royal Mint. A bullion version of each was also released which is popular with investors. The 2022 Gold Sovereign is 22 carat with 91.67% gold alloyed with 8.33% copper. This is officially known as Crown Gold. When freshly minted, sovereigns have a rose gold appearance. However, over time Crown Gold alloy will tone to a deeper golden colour
A Special Sovereign
About the 2022 Jubilee Sovereign
The 2022 is a beautifully designed one year type making this an incredibly sought coin for collectors of British Gold. This coin has a modest premium which is justified by its beauty and collectibility
The 2022 Gold Sovereign is made of ‘Crown Gold’ which is 22 carat and is the same alloy type used to make Krugerrand Gold Coins. The copper used in the alloy gives a beautiful tint as well as making the coin more durable
The 2002 shield Sovereign saw its premium grow over time, many investors believe the same will hold for the 2022 Jubilee Sovereign making this coin an excellent consideration
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Special Year Design
2022 Jubilee Year
The 2022 Gold Sovereign is a one-year type struck to celebrate the late Queen Elizabeth’s platinum jubilee
The 2022 Sovereign was the last to ever feature her majesty as the Memorial Sovereign of the same year featured her son King Charles III