Sydney Mint Sovereigns & Explorer Medals 2025-04-11 Auction - 300 Price Results - Smalls Auctions in NSW
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Sydney, Nsw, Australia
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Sydney Mint Sovereigns & Explorer Medals

Welcome to Smalls Auctions Sale 311, featuring a standout selection of Sydney Mint Type 2 Sovereigns—Australia’s first official gold coins, struck from gold discovered at Ophir in 1851. These iconic pieces of Colonial Australiana depict Queen Victoria with a Banksia wreath. The sale also includes two rare Resolution and Adventure Medals commissioned by Sir Joseph Banks and struck by Matthew Boulton for Captain Cook’s second voyage, including an extremely rare pure copper example. Jewellery highlights include a charming range of cameo rings, earrings, cufflinks, and pendants. A strong offering of Australian and world coins is also featured, with many modern issues priced near intrinsic value. With gold and silver markets surging, this sale offers something for every collector. Smalls Auctions.