Championing Change: Prince William and the Earthshot Prize

In a year marked by profound personal challenges, Prince William’s steadfast commitment to the environment has been both a source of inspiration and a testament to his resilience. Through the Earthshot Prize, he has provided an impactful response to the world’s environmental crises, even as he faces significant trials in his own life. 

Speaking recently, Prince William described the past year as “probably the hardest in my life,” referencing the devastating diagnoses of both his father, King Charles III, and his wife, the Princess of Wales. Despite these personal struggles, he has remained unwavering in his environmental mission, sharing that “out of difficulty and despair, hope can spring.”

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A Tale of Valour: St. George and the Dragon on Gold Sovereign Coins

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Embedded in the golden annals of numismatic history is a tale of valour that unfolds on the surface of gold sovereign coins. The timeless motif of St. George and the Dragon has adorned these regal coins, transcending centuries with its symbolism and artistry. Join us as we journey through the captivating history of this iconic motif and its enduring presence on gold sovereign coins.

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The Double Sovereign 200th Anniversary Gold Sovereign Range

2023 marks the 200th anniversary of the gold double sovereign, the third coin in the ‘family’ of sovereign coins that was Britain’s, and the world’s, Gold Standard in the 19th and early 20th centuries. First struck in 1823, the double sovereign featured the Classical Depiction of St George and the dragon created by a master of coin design, Benedetto Pistrucci. His design has become known the world over, and is today synonymous with the gold sovereign itself.

For the 200th anniversary of the double sovereign a special series of celebration sovereigns is being minted. To tie in with the original of 1823, the design is that same tale of St George – but in a new 2023 re-imagining of it by a modern day master of design, Jody Clark.

Introducing the 2023 Double Sovereign 200th Anniversary Gold Sovereign Range…

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A Discussion with Jody Clark

A conversation with Jody Clark

For the third time, British master of coin design Jody Clark has reworked the classical St George and the dragon design for us here at Hattons of London, featuring on our latest release; The 2023 Prince George’s 10th Birthday Gold Sovereign Range.

The tale of St George has a long association with the monarch, and also with the gold sovereign coin series. We spoke with Jody Clark about what it was like to create this new rendition of St George slaying the dragon…

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