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

Posted on by Vanessa Brockwell

Introduction: 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 […]

The 2024 King Charles and the Dragon Gold Double Sovereign

  • This is the first time that the design on commemorative gold sovereign coins has ever replaced St George with the monarch, alongside the dragon.
  • The design is by accomplished artist Jody Clark, who also designed the portrait of King Charles III on the obverse. In this modern interpretation, rather than vanquish the dragon, the King appears to have tamed it.
  • The year-date 2024, in which King Charles III reaches his 500-day regnal milestone, appears on the reverse side in Roman numerals ‘MMXXIV’.
  • Struck in solid 22 carat gold
  • Limited to only 149!
  • Exclusive to Hattons of London
  • VAT exempt
The 2024 King Charles and the Dragon Gold Sovereign Sold Out

The 2024 King Charles and the Dragon Gold Sovereign

  • This is the first time that the design on commemorative gold sovereign coins has ever replaced St George with the monarch, alongside the dragon.
  • The design is by accomplished artist Jody Clark, who also designed the portrait of King Charles III on the obverse. In this modern interpretation, rather than vanquish the dragon, the King appears to have tamed it.
  • Commemorating King Charles’ first 500 regnal days
  • The year-date 2024, in which King Charles III reaches his 500-day regnal milestone, appears on the reverse side in Roman numerals ‘MMXXIV’.
  • Struck in solid 22 carat gold
  • Limited to only 1,399 coins
  • Exclusive to Hattons of London
  • VAT exempt
The King Charles and the Dragon One Eighth Sovereign Sold Out

The 2024 King Charles and the Dragon Gold One Eighth Sovereign

  • This is the first time that the design on commemorative gold sovereign coins has ever replaced St George with the monarch, alongside the dragon.
  • The design is by accomplished artist Jody Clark, who also designed the portrait of King Charles III on the obverse. In this modern interpretation, rather than vanquish the dragon, the King appears to have tamed it.
  • Commemorating King Charles’ first 500 regnal days
  • The year-date 2024, in which King Charles III reaches his 500-day regnal milestone, appears on the reverse side in Roman numerals ‘MMXXIV’.
  • Struck in solid 22 carat gold
  • Limited to only 5,999 coins
  • Exclusive to Hattons of London
  • VAT exempt