William IV (1830-37), gold Sovereign, 1836, second bare head right, nose points to second I in legend with flat top ear, W.W. incuse on truncation, Latin legend and toothed border surrounding, GULIELMUS IIII D: G: BRITANNIAR: REX F: D:, rev. crowned quartered shield of arms in frame, date ANNO 1836 below, edge milled, 7.98g (Bentley 964; Marsh 20; M.C.E.493; S.3829B). A pleasing example with some minor wear to the highpoints, bright surfaces indicating cleaning, otherwise almost extremely fine.

Calendar year mintage 1,714,349.

The Latin legends translate as on obverse as "William the Fourth by the Grace of God, King of the Britons, Defender of the Faith," and on the reverse "In the year 1836."

Estimate: £ 2500 - 3000