How to Identify A Double Sovereign
In figuring out which Sovereign you have, size is a useful starting point. The Double Sovereign holds a diameter of 28.40 millimetres. Handily, this is the same as the current UK £2 coin - which also shares a face value with the Double Sovereign.
As Royal Mint Sovereigns are struck with such precision and accuracy, measuring the gross weight is another key indicator. Double Sovereigns are struck in 15.98 grams of 22ct gold, which is 91.67% pure gold by composition. The Double Sovereign therefore has a pure gold content of 14.64 grams, or 0.47 Troy Ounces.
If you are unsure as to the type of gold coins you have to sell, our numismatists will identify and authenticate your gold for you. This is to make sure any resulting sale is carried out with all the necessary facts shared and accounted for. If you'd like this, our postal service is an efficient way to sell your Sovereigns securely. If you are wondering how to get started, we invite you to get in touch or fill out our claim form online.
Double Sovereign Designs
The Double Sovereign will generally depict the ruling monarch alongside St George and the Dragon on its obverse and reverse respectively. However, the Double Sovereign has been a popular candidate for commemorative designs over the last few decades, meaning some design variation exists. 1989's 500th anniversary of the Sovereign and the 2022 Platinum Jubilee commemorative are such examples.
Which Double Sovereigns Are Rarest?
This heftier member of the Sovereign series has a less consistent production history than other bullion denominations such as the Full and Half, which have been reliably minted in large numbers in most years since 1817. The Double Sovereign's story starts in 1820, but it is understood to have been minted widely since only the late 20th century.
Before this, the Double Sovereign was most commonly employed to celebrate a new monarch acceding the throne, and to present their subsequent definitive coinage effigies. This makes Double Sovereigns predating around 1980 more likely to be of increased rarity and value.
This doesn't, however, imply all recent Double Sovereigns are 'common'. The Royal Mint has imposed strict issue limits on a number of modern releases, alongside proof standard finishes, limited designs, and piedfort specifications.
Sell Double Sovereigns At Our Best Price
Gold Traders have completed fair and informed gold coinage deals since 2008, including many pay outs to happy Double Sovereign owners. Our approach to gold dealing is why Trading Standards approved us through their 'Buy With Confidence' scheme in 2022 - the first gold dealer to achieve this accolade.
In selling your Double Sovereign to us you will pay no hidden fees and our expert numismatists will ensure your hard-earned investment receives the best outcome for you. We invite you to consult our independent Trustpilot before going ahead with a sale, or to get in touch to have any questions answered.
The easiest way to start your sale is to complete our online claim form. Your gold coins can then be securely posted to our Wiltshire offices, and the money could land in your account in as little as 24 hours.
Alternatively, our office, just outside of Swindon, is open for in-person meetings and sales. If this is your preference please get in touch to arrange your visit!
