1913 George V Gold Sovereign

It's fascinating what one can discover in old boxes. This particular coin was found in a box of old photographs, and it now belongs to me.
As the title suggests, it's a George V gold sovereign from 1913. In my assessment, it is in Extremely Fine (E.F.) condition, though some might consider it slightly higher. Feel free to share your thoughts if you disagree with my evaluation.
Upon examining the coin, it feels like the right weight and has the look of gold. When buying gold sovereigns, it's crucial to verify authenticity, as there are many counterfeits out there.
The first step I take is a thorough visual inspection to check for any obvious flaws. Then, I weigh the coin. A genuine gold sovereign should weigh 7.99 grams, basically 8 grams, with a slight margin of error. It's important to note that authentic gold sovereigns are never underweight; unless extremely well worn, they always meet or slightly exceed the 7.99 grams standard.
This coin weighs exactly 8 grams, which is reassuring. I also measure its diameter, which should be 22 mm, and this coin matches that specification. Counterfeiters often increase the weight by making the coin slightly thicker. This coin's thickness is 1.52 mm, which is spot-on for a gold sovereign. You can also use a magnet or perform an acid test to verify authenticity, though I avoid damaging my coins as I am a collector. If you have any doubts, reputable coin or bullion shops offer non-destructive testing services for a small fee.
Hopefully one of these days a company will produce a non-destructive gold and tester at reasonable price.
Here's what I know about this coin: It was minted in London in 1913, as indicated by the absence of a mint mark. If you're unsure where to look for a mint mark, check beneath Saint George's horse's hoof on the reverse side. If there is a mint mark, the coin was minted in one of the Commonwealth countries and will have a country letter C for Canada I for India and SA for South Africa with Australia Mint letters having three major mint cities. Melbourne Perth and Sydney. For some reason, coins from the Sydney mint are particularly sought after and often fetch higher prices. If you know why, please share in the comments.
Reverse Side:
Features St. George and the Dragon, designed by Benedetto Pistrucci, indicated by his initials B.P. The date stamp and mint mark, if any, are also on this side.
Obverse Side:
Depicts George V facing left. He became king in 1910 after the death of his father, Edward VII.
Around the edge of the coin is the legend "GEORGIVS V D.G.BRITT:OMN
F.D.IND:IMP:"
Unabridged: "Georgius V Dei Gratia Britanniarum Omnium Rex Fidei Defensor Indiae Imperator"
Translation: "George the Fifth by the Grace of God King of all the Britains Defender of the Faith Emperor of India."
Although 1913 is not a particularly rare year with 24,540,000 coins minted, the coin's value, unless uncirculated, is just a bit above the current spot value. I estimate this one to be worth around £425. If you believe this is incorrect, please let me know in the comments.
Overall, not a bad find! I hope you enjoyed my video. Your support means the world to me-please subscribe, like, and hit that notification bell to stay updated with more accurate valuations.
Regards,
Kipscoins
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[@johnnyb3126]

Great collection 😊