- The reverse features a contemporary depiction of St George and the dragon by Jody Clark
- The first in a series of bullion coins based on the legendary tale
- Exempt from Capital Gains Tax for UK residents
- The obverse features the coinage portrait of His Majesty King Charles III by Martin Jennings
- Struck in 999.9 fine gold and finished to The Royal Mint’s bullion standard
The fierce battle between St George and the dragon makes a striking impression on this bullion coin from The Royal Mint. The tale has been portrayed many times in art, with the legend inspiring some of the world’s finest artists. A popular theme for coin designs, Benedetto Pistrucci’s interpretation on the reverse of The Sovereign is perhaps the most celebrated.