Sovereign 1843 WW "Shield". Narrow shield (United Kingdom, Victoria)
Variety: Narrow shield
Photo by: SINCONA AG
Specification
- MetalGold (0,917)
- Weight7,99 g
- Pure gold (0,2356 oz) 7,3268 g
- Diameter22,1 mm
- EdgeReeded
- Aspect ratioCoin (↑↓)
- Mintage UNC5,982,000
Description
- CountryUnited Kingdom
- PeriodVictoria
- DenominationSovereign
- Year1843
- RulerVictoria (Queen of Great Britain)
- MintThe Royal mint
- PurposeCirculation
Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the British Sovereign 1843 "Shield" with mark WW. Narrow shield. This gold coin from the times of Victoria struck at the The Royal mint Mint. Wondering how much a coin like this is worth? The record price belongs to the lot 43 sold at the Baldwin's of St. James's auction for GBP 24,000. Bidding took place September 26, 2018.
How much is the gold coin of Victoria Sovereign 1843 WW "Shield", Narrow shield?
According to the latest data as of December 6, 2025 the average price of a Gold coin Sovereign 1843 "Shield" with mark WW, Narrow shield is 13000 USD. The coin contains 7,3268 g of pure gold, so we do not recommend selling it for less than 988,95 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 1843 "Shield" with mark WW, Narrow shield?
The information on the current value of the British coin Sovereign 1843 "Shield" with the letters WW, Narrow shield 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 1843 "Shield" with the letters WW, Narrow shield?
To sell the Sovereign 1843 "Shield" with the letters WW, Narrow shield 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.
