design by John Bergdahl the medieval-style design inspired by the Alfred Jewel and includes 'punch' lettering reflecting the style of the period'ALFRED THE GREAT 871' surrounding and '2021' in exergue
long cross with tri-pellets in each inner angle
a superb example of this historical issue
with myriad of surface marks and light scuffs
Victoria 1838 Sovereign, 1st young head, 1st date design by John Bergdahl theVictoria (1837 1901),gold Sovereign, 1838, first young head left, W. W. raised on truncation for engraver William Wyon, Latin legend and toothed border surrounding, VICTORIA DEI GRATIA,rev. crowned quartered shield of arms within laurel wreath, emblems below, Latin legend and toothed border surrounding, BRITANNIARUM REGINIA FID: DEF:, weight 7. 95g (Bentley 36; Bull EGC 1054; MCE 499; Hill 22 R; S. 3852). Toned, some surface marks, a pleasing very