{"product_id":"1988-gold-proof-sovereign-pf70-cameo","title":"1986 Gold Proof Sovereign PF70 Cameo","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"866\"\u003e1986 Gold Proof Sovereign PF70 Cameo\u003c\/strong\u003e is an outstanding modern proof sovereign, offering flawless condition and classic British design from a highly collected Elizabeth II era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003eStruck in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e22 carat gold\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Royal Mint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, the sovereign weighs \u003cstrong data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003e7.98 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e, containing \u003cstrong data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003e7.32 grams of fine gold\u003c\/strong\u003e. Proof sovereigns from the mid-1980s are well regarded for their quality of strike and consistency, making top-graded examples particularly desirable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003eThis coin has been graded \u003cstrong data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003ePF70 Cameo by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eNGC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, confirming a flawless proof coin under magnification. While not designated Ultra Cameo, it still displays attractive contrast between frosted devices and mirrored fields, offering excellent eye appeal in a true top-grade example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003eThe reverse features Benedetto Pistrucci’s timeless \u003cstrong data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003eSt George and the Dragon\u003c\/strong\u003e design, while the obverse bears the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eRaphael Maklouf\u003c\/strong\u003e portrait of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003eQueen Elizabeth II\u003c\/strong\u003e, a portrait strongly associated with modern proof sovereign issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003eKEY DETAILS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003e• Year. 1986\u003cbr data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1900\"\u003e• Denomination. One Sovereign\u003cbr data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"1932\"\u003e• Metal. 22 carat gold\u003cbr data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e• Weight. 7.98 grams (7.32g fine gold)\u003cbr data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"1998\"\u003e• Diameter. 22.05mm\u003cbr data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003e• Finish. Proof\u003cbr data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003e• Grade. PF70 Cameo\u003cbr data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003e• Grading Authority. NGC\u003cbr data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003e• Obverse. Queen Elizabeth II – Maklouf portrait\u003cbr data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003e• Reverse. St George and the Dragon – Pistrucci\u003cbr data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003e• Legal Tender. United Kingdom\u003cbr data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2221\"\u003e• Capital Gains Tax. Exempt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2255\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003eWHY COLLECT THE 1986 PROOF SOVEREIGN?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2578\"\u003eThe 1986 proof sovereign sits within a strong modern collecting period and represents a return to consistent proof quality following earlier experimental years. PF70 Cameo examples are scarce, as achieving a flawless grade still requires near-perfect surfaces and strike quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2580\" data-end=\"2792\"\u003eFor collectors who value condition and overall eye appeal rather than maximum cameo contrast, PF70 Cameo sovereigns offer an excellent alternative to Ultra Cameo designations while remaining true top-grade coins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2794\" data-end=\"2797\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2799\" data-end=\"2831\"\u003eCOLLECTOR \u0026amp; INVESTMENT APPEAL\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2833\" data-end=\"3029\"\u003e• Modern Elizabeth II proof sovereign\u003cbr data-start=\"2870\" data-end=\"2873\"\u003e• Flawless PF70 grade\u003cbr data-start=\"2894\" data-end=\"2897\"\u003e• Struck in solid 22ct gold\u003cbr data-start=\"2924\" data-end=\"2927\"\u003e• Fully CGT exempt for UK residents\u003cbr data-start=\"2962\" data-end=\"2965\"\u003e• Maklouf portrait appeal\u003cbr data-start=\"2990\" data-end=\"2993\"\u003e• Ideal for graded proof year sets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3204\" data-start=\"2986\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2999\" data-start=\"2986\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Graded PF70 Cameo by NGC – flawless under 5x magnification\u003cbr data-end=\"3068\" data-start=\"3065\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3084\" data-start=\"3068\"\u003ePresentation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Slabbed and authenticated in a secure NGC holder\u003cbr data-end=\"3137\" data-start=\"3134\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3153\" data-start=\"3137\"\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e: Browse our full range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sovaracoins.com\/collections\/buy-graded-sovereigns\"\u003egraded gold sovereigns\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ngccoin.uk\/certlookup\/8220480-013\/70\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1986 G.BRITAIN 1SOV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3061\" data-end=\"3091\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3093\" data-end=\"3255\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3093\" data-end=\"3123\"\u003eWhat does PF70 Cameo mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3123\" data-end=\"3126\"\u003ePF70 Cameo confirms a flawless proof coin under magnification, with visible contrast between frosted devices and mirrored fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3257\" data-end=\"3464\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3257\" data-end=\"3310\"\u003eHow does PF70 Cameo differ from PF70 Ultra Cameo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3310\" data-end=\"3313\"\u003eUltra Cameo indicates stronger contrast between frosted devices and mirrored fields, while PF70 Cameo remains flawless but with more moderate contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3466\" data-end=\"3621\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3466\" data-end=\"3523\"\u003eIs the 1986 Proof Sovereign Capital Gains Tax exempt?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3523\" data-end=\"3526\"\u003eYes. As a UK legal tender gold sovereign, it is exempt from Capital Gains Tax for UK residents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3623\" data-end=\"3729\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3623\" data-end=\"3648\"\u003eWho graded this coin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3648\" data-end=\"3651\"\u003eThe coin has been graded by NGC, an independent third-party grading authority.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal Mint","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55308615352654,"sku":"1986-gold-proof-sovereign-pf70-cameo","price":1290.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0853\/9370\/3246\/files\/1986-gold-proof-sovereign-pf70-cameo.webp?v=1770045096","url":"https:\/\/www.sovaracoins.com\/products\/1988-gold-proof-sovereign-pf70-cameo","provider":"Sovara Coins LTD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}