Sovereign 1885 M WW "St. George" (Australia, Victoria)
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Specification
- MetalGold (0,917)
- Weight7,9881 g
- Pure gold (0,2355 oz) 7,3251 g
- Diameter22,05 mm
- EdgeReeded
- Aspect ratioCoin (↑↓)
- Mintage UNC2,957,000
Description
- CountryAustralia
- PeriodVictoria
- DenominationSovereign
- Year1885
- RulerVictoria (Queen of Great Britain)
- MintMelbourne
- PurposeCirculation
Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the Australian Sovereign 1885 "St. George" with mark M WW. This gold coin from the times of Victoria struck at the Melbourne Mint. Wondering how much a coin like this is worth? The record price belongs to the lot 1842 sold at the Dix Noonan Webb auction for GBP 2,200. Bidding took place September 19, 2019.
How much is the gold coin of Victoria Sovereign 1885 M WW "St. George"?
According to the latest data as of December 5, 2025 the average price of a Gold coin Sovereign 1885 "St. George" with mark M WW is 780 USD. The coin contains 7,3251 g of pure gold, so we do not recommend selling it for less than 1001,51 USD, even if it is in poor condition and has no collectible value.
Where does our service get data on the current price of the Sovereign 1885 "St. George" with mark M WW?
The information on the current value of the Australian coin Sovereign 1885 "St. George" with the letters M WW is based on actual auction sales of similar specimens. To reflect the current price level, our service monitors over 590 numismatic companies and records auction results in the coin catalog and auction archive. Please note that the exact value depends directly on the coin's condition, so the average price serves only as an approximate estimate.
Where can I sell the Sovereign 1885 "St. George" with the letters M WW?
To sell the Sovereign 1885 "St. George" with the letters M WW we recommend contacting specialized numismatic companies that hold regular auction sales. Public auctions are the most fair and secure way to sell valuable collectible coins. Go to the list of companies to find a suitable platform.
