Unique 1857 Proof Sovereign struck with a grained edge at the Sydney Mint circa 1883

This colonial creation is a celebration of the Sydney Mint’s achievements in crafting perfection in gold.  A brilliant frosted proof, featuring the 'Sydney Mint' design, this coin is historic because it was actually struck at the Sydney Mint. (Not the Royal Mint London, as were the other Australian proofs out of this era.)

The coin is unique in private hands. Two other examples are known, held in Government institutions. The Museum of Victoria, Melbourne. And the Biblioteque Nationale de France, Paris.