1896 Melbourne Victoria Veiled Head Gold Full Sovereign

1896 Melbourne Victoria Veiled Head Gold Full Sovereign

This 1896 Melbourne Victoria Veiled Head Full Sovereign is a gold coin minted in Melbourne, Australia during the reign of Queen Victoria. It has a face value of one pound sterling and was used as currency at the time.

The coin is made of 22-karat gold and its weight is approximately 7.98 grams. The "Veiled Head" refers to the design on the obverse of the coin, which shows a portrait of Queen Victoria wearing a veil.