1 Brytyjski Suweren Au 917 - 7,98g

The British Sovereign is the oldest bullion coin still in circulation – its history dates back to 1489 and the reign of King Henry VII, while the modern, currently produced version was created as a result of the monetary reform of 1817.

The Sovereign coin is distinguished by its characteristic, warm shade of gold, which is due to the small amount of copper in the alloy. It is minted in the fineness of 916,7 (22 carats), containing exactly 7,32 g of pure gold, with a total weight of 7,98 g. The copper content gives the coin its characteristic warm tone and significantly increases its resistance to scratches and deformations compared to coins minted in the fineness of 999,9 – thanks to this, sovereigns even sold over a hundred years ago often retain a very good condition.

British Sovereign Coin Specifications

• Manufacturer: The Royal Mint (United Kingdom)
• Pure gold content: 7,32 g (0,2354 oz)
• Fineness: 916,7 (22 carats)
• Total weight: 7,98 g
• Diameter: 22,05 mm
• Obverse/Reverse: portrait of the reigning British monarch / St. George fighting the dragon

The Oldest Bullion Coin in the World

The Sovereign is the only bullion series that documents over two centuries of the British crown succession – over the years, the portraits of George III, Victoria, Elizabeth II, and since 2023 Charles III have appeared on the obverse. The reverse, depicting the scene of St. George fighting the dragon, was designed in 1817 by the Italian engraver Benedetto Pistrucci, and this composition has continuously accompanied the coin for over two centuries, making it one of the most recognizable and historically significant investment coins in the world.

Purchasing British Sovereign in Katowice

At Grand Exchange in Katowice, we buy British Sovereign coins regardless of their condition and year of issue. The valuation is based on the current gold price and the current buy price – determined on the basis of market quotations. Settlement is made in cash or by bank transfer.

Selling British Sovereign – current rate

We also offer the sale of British Sovereign coins as a form of investment in physical gold. You can check the current buy and sell prices on site at the exchange or by phone – the rate is updated continuously based on gold quotations.

Is the purchase of investment gold exempt from VAT?

Yes. Gold bullion coins meeting the criteria for investment gold, including the British Sovereign, are exempt from VAT in accordance with the law on goods and services tax.