Sovereign – price today
Melt value, typical premium when buying and price history for Sovereign (7.322 g fine gold).
€818.96
▼ −€4.96 (−0.60 %)from €860
As of: 30/10/2026 · Spot price €111.84/g
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What makes up the price
■ Melt value €819■ Premium ≈ €41 (minting, shipping, margin)
Well-known bullion coins have a low premium and are easy to resell worldwide.
Price history: Sovereign
Questions about Sovereign
How much gold does the Sovereign contain?
The coin contains 7.3224 g of fine gold. Fineness: 916,7.
Why does the coin cost more than its gold value?
Dealers charge a premium for minting, logistics and margin. For well-known bullion coins it is low, and they are easy to resell worldwide.
Are gold coins exempt from VAT?
Bullion coins that meet the criteria for investment gold (including a fineness of at least 900 and minted after 1800) are exempt from VAT in the EU.