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Sovereign 1856 - Australian Coins Price Guide and Values
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Sovereign 1856 value
The value of a Sovereign 1856 Australian coin depends on several factors such as quality and wear, supply and demand, rarity, finish and more.
The melt and minimum value of a Sovereign 1856 is $842.93.
- Adjectival
| Variety | VG | F | VF | EF | aUNC | UNC | CHU | GEM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1856 | $569 | $1,740 | $2,440 | $8,900 | $20,300 | $56,800 | $117,900 | $136,600 |
Auctions prices and values
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Gold Sovereign 1856 - Proof
On May 5, 2022, Heritage Auctions sold a NGC PR-65+ Ultra Cameo example for $327,600. It was previously part of the Quartermaster Collection and sold in 2009 (uncertified) for $294,400. A NGC PR-62 Ultra cameo sold in November 2020 for $194,290.
Gold Sovereign 1856 - Circulation issue
On January 5, 2015, a MS-61 NGC example sold for $52,687. An uncertified one sold for $131,875 in June 2009.
Mintage
- Sovereign 1856 : 981,000
Specifications
- Mint: Sydney
- Alloy: 91.67% gold and 8.33% copper
- Diameter : 21.5mm
- Engraver: Obverse: J. Wyon, Reverse: L.C. Wyon
Last update : Saturday, April 13, 2024
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