1989 Gold Proof 3-Coin Sovereign Set – 500th Anniversary of the Sovereign
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The 1989 Gold Proof 3-Coin Sovereign Set is one of the most historically important and visually celebrated releases in the entire Sovereign series. Issued by The Royal Mint to mark the 500th Anniversary of the Sovereign, it introduced an entirely new design created by the sculptor Bernard Sindall, replacing the traditional St George and the Dragon motif for the first time in over a century.
Sindall designed both sides of the coin. The obverse presents a magnificent and symbolic depiction of Queen Elizabeth II enthroned, crowned and robed, holding the orb and sceptre - an image inspired by the Great Seals of earlier monarchs. The reverse revives the essence of the original Tudor Sovereign of 1489, displaying a crowned shield of the Royal Arms upon a double Tudor rose, surrounded by the legend ANNIVERSARY OF THE GOLD SOVEREIGN 1489–1989.
Struck in 22 carat gold to the highest proof standard, this 3-coin set includes the Double Sovereign, Full Sovereign and Half Sovereign. Each coin displays immaculate detail, deep mirrored fields, and superb frosting - making this set one of the most distinctive and coveted modern proof issues ever produced by The Royal Mint.
The 1989 proof series stands as a defining moment in the Sovereign’s 500-year history, symbolising continuity, craftsmanship, and royal tradition.
Specification
• Year: 1989
• Monarch: Queen Elizabeth II
• Denominations: Double Sovereign, Sovereign, Half Sovereign
• Finish: Proof
• Alloy: 22 Carat Gold
• Total Weight: 27.95 g
• Obverse Designer: Bernard Sindall
• Reverse Designer: Bernard Sindall
• Minted by: The Royal Mint
• Presentation: Original Royal Mint case with numbered certificate
• Mintage: 7,936 sales
• Condition: FDC / As Struck
Key Features
• Issued to commemorate the 500th Anniversary of the Gold Sovereign
• Both obverse and reverse designed by Bernard Sindall
• Unique depiction of Queen Elizabeth II enthroned in majesty
• Struck in 22 carat gold to flawless proof quality
• Includes the Double, Full and Half Sovereign in original presentation case
Why Buy The 1989 Sovereign Set?
• Landmark 1989 design – the first complete redesign of the Sovereign in over 100 years
• Features the crowned shield and Tudor rose motif symbolising the first Sovereign of 1489
• Only modern Sovereign series to feature Queen Elizabeth II enthroned and crowned
• Highly sought-after by collectors and investors for its historical and artistic significance
• A true centrepiece for any Sovereign or Royal Mint proof collection
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