1979 Full Sovereign PF69 ULTRA CAMEO

Obverse:
 
Design: The obverse features the second crowned and draped bust of Queen Elizabeth II, facing right.
Inscription: "ELIZABETH · II · DEI · GRATIA · REGINA · F D," which translates to "Elizabeth II, by the Grace of God, Queen, Defender of the Faith."
Designer: The design was created by Arnold Machin.
 
Reverse:
 
Design: The reverse depicts St. George on horseback, rearing to the right as he slays a dragon below him. This classic scene symbolizes the triumph of good over evil.
Inscriptions: The date (1979) and the initials "B.P." (for Benedetto Pistrucci, the designer of this iconic reverse image) are typically found in the exergue (the space below the main design).
Designer: Benedetto Pistrucci created this famous reverse design, which has been used on British gold sovereigns for many years.
 
Physical Characteristics
 
Composition: The coin is composed of 22-carat gold (91.67% gold and 8.33% alloy).
Weight: The standard weight for a gold sovereign is approximately 7.98 grams (0.2354 troy ounces).