The 2026 Life of Queen Victoria Struck on the Day Gold Proof Sovereign

To commemorate the 125th anniversary of Queen Victoria’s death, The Royal Mint has issued a highly prestigious Gold Struck on the Day Sovereign, struck on 22 January 2026 - the exact date marking 125 years since the end of her remarkable reign.

With an edition limit of just 600 coins worldwide, this is one of the smallest UK Sovereign mintages seen in modern times, placing it among the most sought-after releases of recent years. As one of the most limited pieces in the Life of Queen Victoria collection, it carries significant appeal for serious Sovereign collectors and royal historians alike.

Each coin showcases Benedetto Pistrucci’s iconic St George and the Dragon on the reverse, paired with Martin Jennings’ definitive portrait of King Charles III on the obverse. It also features Queen Victoria's very own Royal Cypher. Struck on a single historic day, it offers a level of importance and scarcity rarely seen in contemporary Sovereign issues.

This monumental edition is already completely sold out at The Royal Mint.

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