2026 Proof Australian Gold Quarter Sovereign Coin

The Perth Mints connection to the Gold Sovereign began in 1899 when the Royal Mint opened its Western Australian branch during the regions major gold rush period. Sovereigns struck at Perth became an important part of Australias growing gold economy. This 2026 Proof Australian Gold Quarter Sovereign features a commemorative 100 privy mark honoring what would have been Queen Elizabeth IIs 100th birthday in 2026. Today, 2026 Proof Australian Gold Quarter Sovereign Coins are available from BGASC. **Highlights:** - **Arrives in a beautiful presentation case with an illustrated shipper and a Certificate of Authenticity!** - **Modern Proof Gold Sovereign from Australia!** - **100 privy mark honors Queen Elizabeth IIs 100th birthday!** - **Limited issue of only 1,500 coins in individual packaging!** - Contains .059 troy oz of actual gold content. - Bears a face value of $5 (AUD) backed by the federal government of Australia. - King Charles III on the obverse. - Modern St. George design on the reverse. - Artwork by Jennifer McKenna. - P mint mark from the Perth Mint. Each 2026 Proof Australian Gold Quarter Sovereign Coin available in this product listing comes with a black presentation case decorated with St. George artwork on the lid. The packaging also includes an illustrated outer shipper and a Certificate of Authenticity. These proof coins feature frosted design details and mirrored backgrounds. Only 1,500 coins are available in this packaging option. The coins are struck using 22-karat gold with 91.67% purity. **Obverse** For the obverse of the 2026 Proof Gold Quarter Sovereign Coin, the Perth Mint uses its first-generation portrait of King Charles III. The King is shown in left-profile relief without wearing a crown. This effigy was designed by Dan Thorne for Australian coinage and first introduced in 2024. **Reverse** The reverse side of the 2026 Proof Australian Gold Quarter Sovereign Coin features a modern interpretation of the St. George design from Jennifer McKenna. In this scene, St. George rides a rearing horse while battling a winged dragon. The reverse also includes the special 100 privy mark honoring Queen Elizabeth IIs 100th birthday in 2026. **History** Australian Sovereigns from Perth, Melbourne, and Sydney are known for their mint marks and their role in the long-running Sovereign series. These branch mint issues are closely connected to Australias gold rush history and remain popular among collectors due to their historic significance and lower surviving populations. This modern Quarter Sovereign release continues Australias contribution to the Sovereign tradition. **Ordering** If you have any questions about buying gold online, BGASC customer service is available to help at 888-992-4272. You can also contact us through our web chat feature or by email. **Buying Gold And Silver Coins With BGASC Is Convenient And Secure** BGASC is Fast, Reliable, and Trusted. All orders of $199 or more Ship FREE. Our prices are ultra-competitive and there is no order minimum. We have NO hidden fees and we don't do phone solicitation calls either. All shipments are packaged securely, discreetly and are fully insured. We accept payment by Credit Card, PayPal, Crypto, ACH, Bank Wire and Paper Check. Your prices are locked in when checkout is completed. Customers all across the country have quickly come to recognize BGASC as one of the largest, fastest, most trusted online precious metals dealers in the U.S.