The Sovereign 2026 Ten Bullion Coin Tube

The yellow gold alloy makes a stunning return for this 2026 Sovereign bullion coin range, replacing the rose tone of recent issues Struck in 22-carat gold, 500 years on from the coinage reforms of Henry VIII’s reign, which first introduced the standard alloy to The Sovereign Benedetto Pistrucci’s classic depiction of St George slaying the dragon once again graces the coin’s reverse The reverse design is laden with micro-text for enhanced security In addition to a new secure pattern, a latent image security feature also adorns the obverse, just beneath the official coinage portrait of His Majesty King Charles III . In 1526, Henry VIII instructed Cardinal Wolsey, the Lord Chancellor, to reform the values of English coins, which marked the introduction of 22 carat gold as The Sovereign’s striking alloy. Half a millennium later, the coin continues to be struck in 22 carat gold – the exacting standard first employed during the reign of one of Britain’s most notorious monarchs.

Key Features:

• Produced by The Royal Mint, a recognised precious metals manufacturer.
• Struck in 916.67 fine gold where specified by the source catalog.