The Queen Victoria Sovereign Gold Coin, a part of Britain’s most famous and longest issued gold coin series. The sovereign, introduced more than 500 years ago, is world-renowned for its impeccable accuracy, strong liquidity and high quality. Hailed throughout the British Empire as “the chief coins of the world”, they were at the heart of the classical gold standard, playing a key role in international finance and trade.

Sovereign gold coins were a legal tender currency in more than 20 countries during the nineteenth century, a testimony to their widespread influence. The current UK government treasured this legacy, which still deems the Queen Victoria sovereign gold coin as official legal tender. Gold sovereigns have a real and permanent tangible value and thus will make a great addition to any portfolio.

The Royal Mint, as the official government-authorised mint for the UK, offer CGT exemption on their coins that many gold experts look for. This includes the mainstream coins mentioned above and collectable series, 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 precious coins and likewise one of the most recognised gold pieces globally, representing the golden age of the British Empire and Royal family.
• Sovereign gold coins are liquid. With more than 700 million pieces minted since the 1800s, the sovereign gold coins are supported by a deep and liquid market.
• British sovereigns 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 Queen Victoria, ruler of the largest empire in human history, support the coin’s exchangeability worldwide.
• Sovereign coins are the equivalent of savings. Therefore, these precious metals are an ideal choice for any long-term saver who appreciates the security and stability of owning physical, legal, tender gold coins.
• British sovereign gold coins are an excellent way to diversify your portfolio. In addition, gold’s low correlation with other financial assets makes sovereign gold coins serve as a portfolio hedge against market risk.