1/4 oz Gold 2019 Queen Victoria Sovereign Premium Proof Coin, 22K (Womens History)

The Gold St. Helena Quarter Sovereign is a 22-karat proof-struck gold coin issued by the Saint Helena Mint, featuring the classic Seated Britannia reverse drawn from copper coinage of the Victorian era and the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse. It forms part of a five-coin Queen Victoria Sovereign Proof series limited to just 200 complete sets worldwide, commemorating the 200th anniversary of Queen Victoria's birth. Collectors choose it for its strict proof quality, its historically resonant design heritage, and its exceptional rarity as one of only 200 quarter sovereigns available within this numbered set.

Specifications

• Mint MarkEast India Company
• Purity.9167 (22 karat)
• ManufacturerSaint Helena
• SeriesQueen Victoria Sovereign Proof
• CoAYes — numbered certificate of authenticity included
• Packaging TypeLuxury black presentation case with information booklet
• DesignReverse: Seated Britannia facing right, holding a trident in her left hand; Obverse: Effigy of Queen Elizabeth II

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is the Gold St. Helena Quarter Sovereign?

It is a proof-quality gold coin struck by the Saint Helena Mint as part of the five-coin Queen Victoria Sovereign Proof series. The reverse depicts Seated Britannia holding a trident, a design inspired by copper coinage from Queen Victoria's reign, while the obverse carries an effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin bears the East India Company mint mark and commemorates the 200th anniversary of Queen Victoria's birth.

What is the gold purity of this coin?

The Quarter Sovereign is struck in 22-karat gold, which corresponds to a fineness of .9167 — the same traditional alloy used for sovereign coinage throughout British minting history.

How rare is this coin, and is it part of a larger set?

The Quarter Sovereign is one component of a five-coin set that is strictly limited to 200 complete sets worldwide, making the total production of this coin extremely small. Each set is individually numbered, and the quarter sovereign cannot be purchased as part of an unlimited open mintage.

What authentication and packaging does this coin come with?

The coin arrives in a luxury black presentation case accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity (COA) and an information booklet. The numbered COA directly corresponds to the limited worldwide mintage, confirming the coin's place within the 200-set release.

Is the Gold St. Helena Quarter Sovereign eligible for a precious metals IRA?

IRS rules for self-directed precious metals IRAs generally require gold coins to meet a minimum fineness of .9950. At .9167 fineness (22 karat), this coin does not meet that threshold and is therefore not eligible for inclusion in a precious metals IRA.

How does American Alternative Assets ship this coin?

American Alternative Assets ships precious metal purchases fully insured to protect against loss or damage in transit. The coin arrives in its original luxury black presentation case with all included materials intact. Specific carrier and delivery timeframe details are confirmed at the time of purchase.