The King George V Sovereign Gold Coin, part of Great Britain’s most famous and longest issued gold coin series. The sovereign, introduced more than 500 years ago, is world-renowned in the bullion market for its impeccable accuracy, strong liquidity and high quality.

Hailed throughout the British Empire as “the chief coins of the world”, this precious metal was at the heart of the classical gold standard, playing a key role in international finance and trade. Sovereign gold coins were also used as legal tender currency by more than 20 countries during the nineteenth century, testimony to their widespread influence.

This legacy is treasured by the current British government, which still deems the King George V sovereign gold coin as official legal tender. As a result, gold sovereigns have a real and permanent tangible value. The King George V Sovereign Gold Coin thus will make a great addition to any portfolio.

Our gold coins range features all of the major bullion releases from The Royal Mint. As the official government-authorised mint for the UK, only their coins offer Capital Gains Tax (CGT) exemption that many gold experts will be looking for. The CGT (tax free) exemption includes the mainstream coins mentioned above and collectable series like the Queen’s Beasts, ensuring a wide range of UK gold coins for customers to choose from.

Why Buy

• Sovereigns are Britain’s most famous coins. Gold sovereigns are Britain’s most cherished coins and likewise one of the most recognised gold pieces globally, representing the golden age of the British Empire.
• King George V Sovereigns are liquid. With more than 700 million pieces minted since the 1800s, the sovereign gold coins are supported by a deep and liquid market.  
• Sovereign coins are money. All gold sovereigns minted after 1837 are considered legal tender and are exempt from Capital Gains Tax in the United Kingdom.
• Sovereign gold coins are internationally recognised. The rich 500-year history of the gold sovereign and its effigy of King George V, ruler of the largest empire in human history, support the coin’s exchangeability worldwide.
• Sovereign gold coins are the equivalent of savings. Gold sovereigns are an ideal choice for any long-term saver who appreciates the security and stability of owning physical, legal, tender gold coins.
• King George V Sovereign gold coins are an excellent way to diversify your portfolio. Gold’s low correlation with other financial assets makes sovereign gold coins serve as a portfolio hedge against market risk.