1848 Queen Victoria Shield Reverse Sovereign AU55 PCGS (22ct of 7.98)

Victoria (1837-1901), Sovereign, 1848, second larger young head left, raised W.W. on truncation, reverse crowned 'normal' shield in wreath, edge milled, (Marsh 31; S.3852C). 

Reverse :The Ensigns Armorial within a plain shield and surmounted by a crown. A branch of laurel is shown on each side of the shield. At the bottom the Thistle, Rose and Shamrock are placed with a small flower stop each side.

Coin Specifications

Calendar Year Mintage : 2246701

Spink S.3852C / Marsh 31

Gold Fineness 22ct .916.7

Struck at London Mint

7.98g Weight/ 22.05mm Diameter

Obverse bust by William Wyon

Reverse design Crowned Shield by Jean Baptiste Merlen